WHAT IS THE 2030 AGENDA?

The 2030 Agenda is a wider vision; a path to a future of sustainable development. Member states have focused our attention on people, planet, prosperity, peace and partnership to define why we need change—thinking differently is what will get us there.

THE 5 P’S FROM THE UNITED NATIONS AND THE 2030 AGENDA

The 5 P’s are the key to sustainable development. They are interconnected, and together will lead to transformational change.

ABOUT THE UNITED NATIONS SYSTEM STAFF COLLEGE

IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs and the United Nations System Staff College have joined forces to build a Master’s degree program to attend to the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda set by the United Nations.

The United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC) is the center of excellence for training and knowledge management within the UN system, which aims to transform the United Nations into a more effective, results-oriented and agile global organization dissemination.

The UNSSC was established in 2002 by the UN General Assembly to serve the personnel of the United Nations and its affiliates. Since 2015, all of the organization’s research and learning efforts have been geared toward enabling the UN system and partners to address the challenges posed by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The UNSSC is headquartered in Turin, Italy, and has a second campus in Bonn, Germany.

IMMERSION WEEK IN GENEVA

Students will enjoy a unique week-long immersion experience in Geneva, where they’ll have an unparalleled opportunity to visit international organizations and network with international development professionals. This will enable them to gain a better understanding of what kind of work awaits them after graduation.

SURROUND YOURSELF WITH UN PROFESSIONALS

Students will engage with top professionals from the UN system as they teach courses and participate in special events such as conferences, seminars, networking events and capstone projects.

JOINT DESIGN OF THE ACADEMIC CURRICULUM

The program’s curriculum focuses on the five P’s: People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace, and Partnership. During the first and second terms, students will touch on each one. They’ll learn how the UN is addressing these issues, and how to tackle them head-on by creating innovative solutions.

CAREER AND INTERNSHIP SUPPORT

Students are encouraged to participate in UN field internships after graduation. IE Career Services helps to facilitate these experiences and provides career guidance.

AWARD OF ACCOMPLISHMENT

Upon completion of the master’s program, each student will receive a certificate of accomplishment from the United Nations.

Unlocking a sustainable and peaceful future with UNSSC

Discover the role of the United Nations System Staff College in international development and working towards our Common Agenda as we are joined by Jafar Javan, director of the institution.

Are you a UN staff member interested in the program?

CAPSTONE PARTNERS

For their final project, students of the Master in International Development can choose between an individual, research-oriented thesis or a practical team-based Capstone Consulting Project. Underneath you can find some of capstone partners for the Master in International Development. 

NOTE: The partners listed here are from previous intakes. Partnering institutions may vary from year to year.

IMMERSION WEEK EXPERIENCE

During your Master in International Development, you can get a hands-on experience throughout one week while visiting international organizations and learning from top notch experts how they are overcoming the current global challenges in the field.

* Visits to organizations may vary from one year to another.

GAIN VALUABLE EXPERIENCE AND PUT THEORY INTO PRACTICE!

As part of the Master in International Development, you’ll have the option of taking part in the H.E.A.T program, a unique week-long outdoor activity that gives you the knowledge and techniques needed to manage dangerous situations. Find out how you can learn and apply practical skills in real-world challenges.

PARTNER UNIVERSITIES FOR THE EXCHANGES

You can customize your program by spending an additional semester at one of our partner universities around the globe. This will come after the third and final semester in Madrid.

We have now finalized agreements with even more partner universities, offering you the choice of 11 world-leading institutions of higher learning to spend your optional semester learning in another country.

NOTE: Spots are limited in all exchange programs. You’ll need to complete a separate application process per school and the program is not included in the IE University fees.

SciencesPo

SCIENCES PO

27, rue Saint Guillaume – 75337 Paris Cedex 07
University Pittsburgh

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH

4200 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Universidad SanAndres

UNIVERSIDAD DE SAN ANDRÉS

25 de Mayo 586 (C1002ABL) Ciudad de Buenos Aires
UNIVERSITY OF ST. GALLEN

UNIVERSITY OF ST. GALLEN

Dufourstrasse 50 CH-9000 St.Gallen
UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO, MUNK SCHOOL OF GLOBAL AFFAIRS

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO, MUNK SCHOOL OF GLOBAL AFFAIRS

315 Bloor Street West (At the Observatory) Toronto, Ontario, M5S 0A7 Canada
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF BEIRUT

AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF BEIRUT

Riad El Solh, Beirut 1107 2020 Lebanon
UNIVERSITY OF ICELAND

UNIVERSITY OF ICELAND

Sæmundargata 2 102 Reykjavík, Iceland
TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH

TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH

Arcisstraße 21 80333 München, Germany
UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA (ITALY)

UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA (ITALY)

Via Zamboni, 33 40126 Bologna, Italy
UNIVERSITY OF MILAN

UNIVERSITY OF MILAN

Via Festa del Perdono, 7 20122 Milano, Italy
LUISS, ROMA

LUISS, ROMA

Viale Romania, 32 00197 Roma, Italia

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the courses under International Development?

As one of the best international development graduate programs in the world, the study plan revolves around the five P’s of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: people, planet, peace, prosperity and partnership. Coursework includes data analysis, project management, cross-cultural negotiation, empowerment, specialization tracks, and Capstone Projects.

How long does a masters in international development take?

The Master in International Development is 10 months long and is complemented by an immersion week in Geneva.

Is a Master in International Development hard?

IE University’s Master in International Development is designed for students who thrive under an intensive academic workload.

Where can I study International Development in Europe?

IE University’s Master in International Development, developed in collaboration with the United Nations System Staff College, offers students unique insights into international relations, economics, politics, social entrepreneurship and development.

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