Geopolitics and policy have become increasingly complex and relevant for private and public actors. This programme unpacks contemporary practices in international relations and gives you the knowledge, skills and abilities to engage with governments, businesses and nonprofit organisations. This course uses an applied learning approach with real-world case studies, foresight projects, policy papers, simulation practice and networking.
Objectives
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Gain a solid understanding of the changing diplomatic and policy spheres to become a key player on the international stage
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Develop your contextual intelligence to analyse global issues in a new international order
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Strengthen your intercultural persuasion skills to influence specific policy areas
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Develop an agile, creative and forward-looking mindset to shape contingency-proof policy responses
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Expand your professional network in international Geneva to build bridges with experts from business, civil society, academia and governments
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Experiment with innovative tools to sharpen your negotiation and mediation skills in complex situations
Who is this programme for?
This programme is particularly relevant for mid- to senior level practitioners from various organisations working or aspiring to work as:
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Professionals in the fields of governmental affairs, compliance, corporate social responsibility, environment, social and governance and sustainability
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Policy and governance officers and head of programme
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Diplomats and members of permanent missions
Related SDG
Module 1
Multilateralism in a new international order - E-learning
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Global governance for global issues
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International regulation and standard-setting
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Discovering International Geneva
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System thinking for global issues
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Anticipation in international relations
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Technology in international relations
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AI for negotiation (2 full days)
Module 2
Diplomacy in a changing world - In person
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Diplomatic protocol and networks
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Corporate diplomacy, lobbies and businesses
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Public diplomacy and civil society participation
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City diplomacy
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Persuasion and Influence
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Cyberspace, hackers, intelligence and warfare
Module 3
Policy-making amidst transformation - In person
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Policy analysis, drafting, and outreach
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Policy-making in practice (including global health, trade, AI and internet governance, Africa)
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Mastering storytelling and messaging
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Strategic foresight for policy-making
Module 4
Negotiations and new contexts - In person
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Power and racism in international relations
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Mastering public speaking
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Complex multi-actor negotiations
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Leading crisis mediation
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Peace mediation
Throughout the year
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Final paper to advance your professional objective
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Online webinars on global issues and emerging risks
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Professional experience, motivation, and applicability for your career:
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline
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Minimum eight years of professional work experience
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English language
Executive Diploma in Diplomacy, Negotiation and Policy
Diploma of Advanced Studies (30 ECTS)
Requires successful completion of Modules 1,2,3 & 4 assessments and final paper
This programme counts towards the Executive Master in International Relations
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Final research or policy paper on a subject of your choice
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Mandatory class attendance
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Successfully complete module assignments
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Peer-to-peer learning - highly diverse participants from various sectors, countries and professional experience
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Interactive teaching - engage with influential practitioners and experts
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Lead Faculty and speakers - available for guidance
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Close to the real-life of a professional through practical sessions, case studies and simulations
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Critical thinking, thanks to analytical sessions by faculty members
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Executive Education graduates join the Graduate Institute alumni network of 20,000+
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10% discount on future Executive Education programmes
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Networking and professional development opportunities
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Alumni regional chapters in 20+ countries
Faculty, staff and speakers (non-exhaustive)
TETIANA ISAIEVA '24
Head of Compliance at Roche
"The programme is absolutely outstanding and well-balanced in topics, insights, practices, and exchanges. I have realised how valuable insights are on the interconnection of global health challenges, the importance of healthcare ecosystem collaborative efforts in addressing resource distribution and healthcare accessibility, and the critical role of AI in fostering innovations and improving patient outcomes and experiences. It was revealing to learn about policy-making and how to influence various stakeholders, which is essential for effective governance and regulations."
Tetiana Isaieva has over twenty years of experience as an international leader in Life Science. She is currently the Head of Compliance at Roche.
our community
Join a diverse alumni network of 20'000+ Graduate Institute alumni, 110 nationalities for Executive Education alumni alone, and 180+ alumni of the International Negotiation and Policy-Making programme.
Alumni of the programme come from all regions, sectors and backgrounds. Entering its 13th year, join a growing community of negotiation and policy-making experts and practitioners, including:
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Programme Manager, UN-Habitat, Kenya
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First Secretary, Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Switzerland to the United Nations, New York, USA
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Programme Officer, UNHCR, Turkey
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Minister, Embassy of Columbia, Switzerland
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Deputy Director, HR, ICRC, Switzerland
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Protection Team Leader, ICRC, India
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Deputy Head of Media, WEF, Switzerland
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Senior Advisor - Vice President, Santander Bank, Switzerland
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Principal International Auditor, Coca-Cola, Kenya
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General Manager & Director, Johnson & Johnson, Singapore
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Independent Consultant, International Sports Federations, Switzerland
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Emergency Doctor, Switzerland
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