Overview
Overview
The Security Specialization prepares future policymakers to address the evolving challenges of global peace, stability and cooperation. In a world shaped by shifting power dynamics, hybrid warfare, and technological advances, this specialization equips you with the analytical tools and strategic mindset to design effective security and defense policies, that go across international public and private sectors.
You will explore how diplomacy, intelligence, and crisis management intersect with innovation, governance, and international law. By combining insights from political science, technology, and economics, you will learn to anticipate risks, counter emerging threats, and strengthen institutional resilience in an increasingly complex global landscape.
With a strong focus on experiential learning, you will engage with real-world simulations, case studies, and policy labs that mirror the decision-making processes of governments and international organizations. Madrid provides a unique environment, connecting you to Europe’s security and diplomatic networks while allowing you to apply your learning to practice.
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Who is it for?
Who is it for?
The Security Specialization is ideal for graduates in international relations, political science, law, history, or related disciplines, who are motivated to shape defense and security policy. It is well suited for professionals pursuing careers in diplomacy, intelligence, crisis management, cybersecurity, or strategic consulting. Whether you aim to work in governmental institutions, international organizations, or the private sector, this specialization offers you the tools to address complex security challenges and lead initiatives that promote peace and global stability.
- José Ignacio Fernández-SalvadorSenior Manager
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Careers
Careers
Graduates of the Security Specialization are uniquely equipped to work at the intersection of defence, diplomacy, and global strategy. They develop the analytical, strategic, and technical skills to protect peace and stability in an increasingly volatile world, across governments, international institutions, private firms, and research centres.
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Government and Diplomatic Services
Serve as national diplomats, defence policy advisors, or security attachés, shaping foreign and defence policy within ministries of foreign affairs and defence. Contribute to crisis management, conflict prevention, and strategic planning at national or international levels.
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Intelligence and Security Agencies
Join national intelligence services or international task forces as analysts or strategic advisors, assessing threats, monitoring hybrid warfare, and supporting operations on counterterrorism, cybersecurity, and intelligence coordination.
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International and Regional Organizations
Work within the United Nations, NATO, the European Union, or the OSCE, designing and implementing global security initiatives, peacekeeping operations, or defence cooperation frameworks.
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Private Sector and Geopolitical Risk Consulting
Pursue careers in risk advisory, strategic intelligence, or corporate security within multinational firms, consultancies, and insurance or energy companies. Roles include geopolitical risk consultant, corporate resilience manager, or global strategy analyst, helping businesses anticipate and manage risks worldwide.
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Defence and Security Industry
Collaborate with defence technology companies, cybersecurity firms, and security consultancies as strategy or innovation specialists. Work on projects related to emerging technologies, data protection, and resilient solutions for governments and private actors.
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Think Tanks, Research Institutes, and NGOs
Contribute as policy analysts, researchers, or advocacy officers in think tanks, NGOs, and international research centres, advancing agendas on peacebuilding, disarmament, crisis prevention, and human security.