Online Global Diplomacy Degree :: Accredited Universities

MA Global Diplomacy, first launched in 2013, is a distance learning programme offered by SOAS, University of London. It provides a rigorous theoretical and practical understanding of international affairs and contemporary diplomatic practice.

The MA in Global Diplomacy brings together cutting edge research in the broad fields of Diplomatic and International Studies, through award winning distance learning delivery, in a unique manner befitting the Centre for International Studies and Diplomacy (CISD) at SOAS, University of London. In a flexible fashion, it delivers an engaging and stimulating student experience in a dynamic field of study.

Programme aims
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The MA in Global Diplomacy will enable you to acquire the knowledge, understanding, skills and aptitudes necessary to proceed to careers in a range of professional diplomatic contexts, while also providing the learning opportunities to enable you, as a postgraduate student, to acquire the interdisciplinary knowledge to undertake further advanced studies and research in the area of global diplomacy.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements
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In order to be considered for admission as an International Programmes student, applicants must also submit an application that is in accordance with the procedures and deadlines set out on the CISD website.

To be registered for the MA in Global Diplomacy, an applicant must have, either:

• in a relevant discipline, a 2:1 Bachelor’s degree from a UK university or other institution

acceptable to the University, or an equivalent international qualification (qualifications in other subjects will be assessed on their merits)

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• in a relevant discipline, previous education and experience without a UK Bachelor’s degree, or international equivalent, that satisfies the University and has included suitable preliminary training.

Applications will be welcome from applicants with unconventional career paths and consideration will be given to work experience.

English Language Requirements
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All applicants must have a high level of English language ability in reading, writing and study skills equivalent to a score of 7.0 in the IELTS test, or 7 in both reading and writing; or a score of 600+ in the TOEFL paper-based test of English, with at least 5.0 in the test of written English; and in the TOEFL internet-based test, you will need a score of 100+, with 25+ in the written English test. Applicants may be asked to provide evidence of language ability as tested by the British Council or another registered body.

Other Fees

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The process of globalisation has increased the importance of policy making and implementation in a wide range of universal and regional organisations, as well as between states (and especially in a multilateral context).

A study of diplomacy can be appropriately grounded in the global policy context. State-centric images of the world have come under considerable challenge and there is important scope for a focus on the policy context of this trend. Diplomacy is studied in terms of the complex and wide-ranging means for official communication and in the context of the many types of intergovernmental organisations and their links with a growing transnational environment of international non-governmental organisations.

Entry Requirements

2.2 Honours degree or above, or relevant professional experience. Language level has to be at least IELTS 6-6.5 or equivalent.

Other Fees

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Learn from current experts in Security Terrorism and Counterterrorism

Our teaching staff have lectured senior military personnel at the Australian Defence College in Canberra, held consultancies with UN agencies, and conducted research within the Foreign Affairs section of the Parliamentary Research Service for the Federal Government.

Joining us on this course will give you direct access to this acknowleged expertise as you examine global security and the phenomenon of terrorism in the 21st Century.

Challenge your understanding of the nature of security and terrorism

You will learn about the nature of security and terrorism from military, legal, political, economic, psychological and sociological perspectives.

You will also learn about the protection of individuals, their values, norms, rules, institutions and property from military and non-military sources, as well as the causes and the effects of terrorism and counter-terrorism measures at home and abroad.

What to expect from this course?

Developed by Professor Makinda, the Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism Program suggests a multiple approach to the 'war on terror', involving diplomacy, development, capacity building and military force.

"We are training a new breed of global leaders and we hope that graduates of the Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism course will have a greater understanding of global security issues and a more integrated and peaceful approach to tackling them," said Professor Makinda.

Entry Requirements

Secondary school results
English competency

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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The Northwestern State University Master of Science in Homeland Security (HS) is designed to provide an analysis and understanding of the emerging challenges of globalization and our “new world order,” transnational security issues that present global implications; informed theories, regarding the causes and control of International and Domestic Terrorism; the identification and interorganizational characteristics of terror groups and transnational organized crime; an appreciation for the sensitive balance between constitutional issues and homeland security; network security, cyberwarfare, cyberforensics, and countermeasures; the significant challenges of intelligence analysis, executive leadership, diplomacy, rationality, and ethics; counterterrorism, covert operations and advanced criminal investigation; and conflict resolution, intervention strategies, and de-escalation.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

International students for whom English is a second language are required to demonstrate English proficiency.

- Submit Official TOEFL scores (www.toefl.org) (Minimum TOEFL score of 500 paper, 173 computer, or 61 internet-based.

Other Fees

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The International Business specialization is designed to provide you with comprehensive education and research techniques in cross-disciplinary subjects of management, law, government, diplomacy, international studies, economics, finance and marketing, while developing your understanding of the skills needed to manage multinational and international organizations. You will also have the opportunity to explore international business theory, advanced qualitative and quantitative research, and problem-solving techniques related to international law, economics, marketing and global strategic planning. As a graduate, you will be prepared to pursue careers in a variety of fields, including international leadership and management, international marketing, international consulting and international trade.

Entry Requirements

In order to enter the doctoral (DBA and PhD) programs in business administration, applicants must have earned a master's degree from an accredited university. There are two options for entering a doctoral program in business administration:

Direct Entry:Individuals with a previously completed master's degree in:You must also:
A generalized business area such as business management or business administration OR
A specialized business area (e.g., Master of Finance, Master of Human Resources Management) AND an undergraduate degree in business

Evaluation Track: Individuals not meeting the direct entry requirements must have their transcripts evaluated to determine if previous coursework meets some or all of the Standard Curriculum requirements. Students in the Evaluation Track would begin their degree plan with SKS7000-8 and then take all required Standard Curriculum courses prior to taking the remaining courses in their degree plan.

International applicants
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If English is the second language of a student, an official score demonstrating English proficiency is required for admission.

TOEFL

iBT - 79
pBT - 550

IELTS - 6.5
PTE - 53

Other Fees

Average book cost per course: $110

Learning Management Fee (one-time per program): $250

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