A global perspective on governance
The Hertie School’s Master of International Affairs (MIA) is a two-year, full-time programme in English that prepares students for careers in government, diplomacy, security, international organisations, as well as in the private and third sector. The curriculum incorporates practical skills for global careers and interdisciplinary training.
Specialise in one area of international affairs
At the end of your first semester, you will choose one of three areas of concentration:
International security – tackle today's global security problems in national governments, international organisations, NGOs, think tanks and academia, as well as the private sector.
European governance – gain a solid foundation in the EU's internal workings and explore the interaction between EU and national law, politics and policy.
Human rights and global governance – focus on human rights and international law, and understand the complex challenges posed by multi-national policymaking.
Dual-degree programmes
Want to gain even more international experience? Spend one year at the Hertie School in Berlin and one year at a world-renowned partner institution. At the end of the two-year programme, graduate with a degree from each university. The Hertie School has dual degrees with the following partners for the MIA programme:
Munk School of Global Affairs, University of Toronto
Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University
Bocconi University
School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University
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