THE GRADUATE INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

Preparing You for Tomorrows World

An institution of advanced research and teaching such as ours can only exist through a commitment to excellence; we demand no less. To this we add a commitment to independence, engagement and diversity. It is our firm belief that through this unique combination we can prepare international actors to respond to the challenges of tomorrows world.

Philippe BURRIN
Director of the Graduate Institute

MASTER PROGRAMMES
With a worldwide reputation for excellence, our Master programmes are designed for students who seek a rigorous education in world affairs. Taught by our eminent faculty, the small classes and seminars facilitate dynamic interaction between professors, lecturers and students. A prestigious network of partner institutions (Colegio de Mxico, Fletcher, Georgetown, Harvard, National University of Singapore, Tsinghua, UCLA, Waseda, Yale,) allows Master students to spend a semester abroad in Africa, the Americas, Asia or Europe.

Our two interdisciplinary Master programmes offer students a dynamic and global approach to international and development issues. MA in International Affairs MA in Development Studies Two-year full-time programmes (120 ECTS credits including a dissertation) A comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on global issues The option to focus on a wide range of subjects Professional skills workshops and applied research seminars Internship and exchange opportunities

Our five disciplinary MA programmes offer specialisations in one of the following key areas: Anthropology and Sociology of Development International Economics International History International Law International Relations / Political Science Two-year full-time programmes (120 ECTS credits including a dissertation) In-depth training and expertise in a specific discipline A focus on applied research and policy analysis Exposure to a variety of disciplines in complementary courses Exchange opportunities

We also offer a fast track option which allows students to complete a Master and a PhD in five years. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 JANUARY

Daniel PEAT (UK)

Master in International Law The ability to interact with and learn from people of different nationalities at the Institute is exceptional. Aside from the excellent education, the most valuable thing about the Institute is the location. I have had the opportunity to work for numerous international organisations, which has been beneficial for career prospects, and has enriched my academic work.

Marc PRONOVOST (Canada)

Master in Development Studies My studies at the Graduate Institute have given me the tools to think critically about development, its projects and mechanisms. But my Master programme is more than simply an academic experience. Being in such an international group of students coming from all over the world, I have been able to meet and confront new opinions, extend my network and understand different realities. Being here, I feel that I am already taking an active step in my future.

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FIVE REASONS TO CHOOSE THE GRADUATE INSTITUTE

A longstanding reputation for academic excellence going back to the 1920s A new campus and a student residence in the heart of International Geneva A wide range of funding options and competitive tuition fees A cosmopolitan student body (over 100 nationalities) Job and internship opportunities in international public and private organisations

INCENTIVES
Scholarships, Awards and Assistantships
The Institute offers students comprehensive financial, academic and professional support. 25% of students benefit from scholarships 22% of students are employed by the Graduate Institute (including research and teaching assistantships) Numerous academic awards and publication opportunities are available

Career Development and Employment Opportunities

The Institutes graduates go on to distinguished careers in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Nearly half of the students start or further their career in Switzerland while the others work all over the world. Our Alumni find jobs within an average of four months after graduation. The Institute offers: Individual career counselling Career panels and professional skills workshops A weekly job and internship newsletter A yearly job fair with more than 80 prospective employers

A Global Alumni Network

Our graduates form an important community that helps spread and strengthen the Institutes image and reputation internationally. Many now hold key positions in organisations, companies and government agencies around the world. They include: Kofi Annan, UN Secretary-General (1996 2006) Patricia Espinosa, Mexican Foreign Minister (2006 present) Jakob Kellenberger, ICRC President (2000 2012) Micheline Calmy-Rey, Head of the Swiss Foreign Ministry (2003 2011) Hans-Gert Poettering, President of the European Parliament (20072009)

DOCTORAL PROGRAMMES
PhD candidates are attracted to the Institute by the tremendous diversity of expertise in world affairs, the close supervision provided by an international faculty, and the wealth of intellectual and practical resources available in the Geneva area. As part of their doctoral programme, students The Graduate Institute offers six PhD programmes: Anthropology and Sociology of Development International Economics Development Economics International History International Law International Relations / Political Science The four-year programmes offer Doctoral seminars on methodology and epistemology A research-intensive and interdisciplinary environment Teaching and research assistant positions Working opportunities in Genevas international and non-governmental organisations Publication opportunities in the Institutes journals and book series gain substantial research experience and make high-quality and original scientific contributions to current issues. They can also take advantage of the Institutes partner networks to further their research or field experience.

Through its interdisciplinary research centres the Graduate Institute situates itself at the forefront of innovation and scholarship in fields such as trade, health, migration, security, gender, global governance, human rights and environment. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 JANUARY

Annapurna MITRA (India)

PhD in International Economics The reputation of the Institute speaks for itself. Its alumni hold influential positions around the world and it has a truly impressive faculty. The Institute offers incredible opportunities with its proximity to many international organisations based in the city of Geneva and the potential for research in the area of economics is exceptional. In addition, thanks to the Institutes Swoboda scholarship, I have been able to immerse myself into my research.

Steven C. NAKANA (South Africa)

PhD in International History One of the Graduate Institutes key features is that its setting, Geneva, is a place where the main multilateral bodies work towards the betterment of humanity, including the UN, WTO, ICRC as well as those in the human rights field. Students who are interested in political science, development studies, economics, history, human rights or law and want to boost their academic career with international experience need look no further than the Graduate Institute.

SUMMER AND WINTER PROGRAMMES

Credit-awarding programmes for undergraduate and graduate students from all over the world International Affairs and Multilateral Governance WTO, International Trade and Development United Nations and Global Challenges

LL.M. PROGRAMMES
One year career-focused law degrees in: International Law International Law in Armed Conflict jointly with the University of Geneva Global Health Law and International Institutions jointly with Georgetown University Law Center International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights jointly with the University of Geneva International Dispute Settlement jointly with the University of Geneva

EXECUTIVE EDUCATION
Degree-granting, short and tailor-made programmes for professionals, including executive masters and certificates in: International Negotiation and Policy-Making Development Policies and Practices Advocacy in International Affairs International Oil and Gas Leadership

Yuhei ITO (Japan)

Winter Programme on the United Nations The course gave me the skills to analyse multilateral relationships. Thanks to passionate lecturers and participants, I gained great confidence in striving towards my life ambition of working for the United Nations.

Patricia ARANA TAGLE (Argentina)

Executive Master in International Negotiation and Policy-Making The course offers teaching by well-known experts and attracts highly experienced participants from both the public and private sectors. It is intensive and hard work but can be combined with a demanding job.

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