IRG-101School 02
Great Power Competition & Multipolar Geopolitics
BeginnerSelf-paced6–8 weeks
Certificate in Great Power Competition & Multipolar GeopoliticsTuition: see courseView course
Independent online professional education
Prepare for a Career Without Borders
Gain practical knowledge and professional skills in diplomacy, international relations, global security, peacebuilding, humanitarian affairs, international development, leadership and global communication.
8 specialized schools80 programs100% online
Programs
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IRG-102School 02
Applied International Relations Theory
IntermediateInstructor-led8–10 weeks
Certificate in Applied International Relations TheoryTuition: see courseView course
IRG-103School 02
Foreign Policy Analysis & Decision-Making
AdvancedSelf-paced10–12 weeks
Certificate in Foreign Policy Analysis & Decision-MakingTuition: see courseView course
Academic structure
Our schools
Eight specialized schools deliver focused, practical online programs across the full landscape of diplomacy and international affairs.
School 01
School of Diplomatic Tradecraft & Statecraft
Master the practical execution of foreign policy—protocol, high-stakes negotiation, consular operations, and back-channel diplomacy grounded in real-world diplomatic practice.
View programs →School 02School of International Relations & Geopolitics
Analyze the structural power dynamics, institutional frameworks, and emerging alliance systems shaping the modern multipolar world order.
View programs →School 03School of Peace, Mediation & Conflict Resolution
Develop the capabilities to de-escalate crises, facilitate complex mediations, negotiate ceasefires, and construct durable post-conflict architectures.
View programs →School 04School of Global Security & Cyber Statecraft
Master defense dynamics, intelligence tradecraft, and counter-threat strategies—from cyber domain control to hybrid warfare and AI governance.
View programs →School 05School of Humanitarian Affairs & Sustainable Development
Prepare for leadership across global crisis response, disaster resilience, refugee protection, and sustainable development frameworks.
View programs →School 06School of International Business & Economic Diplomacy
Bridge statecraft and commercial interests through trade negotiations, critical resource strategies, sovereign investment, and market expansion.
View programs →School 07School of Public Administration & Global Leadership
View programs →School 08School of Information Statecraft & Public Diplomacy
Shape perception, counter influence, and lead communications across digital platforms, international press corps, and soft-power initiatives.
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Professional Certificate
Awarded on completing a structured course, including the module assessments, the applied project and the proctored final examination.
Professional Diploma
A multi-course credential for extended study and assessment across a full field of professional practice.
Executive Certificate
A condensed, high-level credential for senior professionals, focused on applied leadership and strategy.
Digital Badge & Transcript
A shareable digital credential and a transcript of modules and assessment results, verifiable online.
Study online, at your pace
Video lessons, module quizzes and applied assignments, with your progress saved automatically and reminders before every deadline.