Overview
The MA program in Foreign Policy and Diplomacy examines the critical roles of foreign policy and diplomacy in international politics, impacting areas such as war, peace, global economies, human rights, and international law. It focuses on the political and economic dynamics shaping relationships among states and non-state actors in an increasingly interdependent world. With the rise of globalization and economic considerations in the post-Cold War era, the program highlights the significance of economic diplomacy and its negotiation complexities. By emphasizing diplomacy as a vital tool for advancing national interests and security, the program equips students to navigate the challenges of modern international relations and enhance their countries' global standing.
Program Structure and Content
Year one, first semester consists of four mandatory courses:
- Theories and Analysis of Foreign policy and Diplomacy
- Advanced Research Methods for Political Scientists
- Ethiopian Foreign Policy and Diplomacy
- International Law, Organizations and Multilateral Diplomacy
Year one, Second Semester also consists of Four Courses:
- The Mechanics of Diplomacy and International Negotiation
- Political Dynamics and Interstate Relations in the Horn of Africa
- Hydro Politics and Interstate Relations in the Nile Basin
- Seminar on Conflict and Peace
Year two (Semester one and two) is entirely dedicated to the MA thesis
Admission Requirements
- Academic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science or a related field with 18-21 credit hours in Political Science from an accredited institution.
- Applicants must pass an entrance exam administered by the department.
- For applicants without a relevant educational background, remedial courses (6 credit hours) will be offered upon passing the entrance exam.
- Senior undergraduates may apply to begin graduate studies immediately upon graduation, provided their CGPA is at least 2.75 by the end of the first semester of their final year.
- Non-Academic Requirements:
- The department may set additional restrictions subject to approval by the Department Council, in accordance with the University’s Academic Program Development Guidelines
After Graduation
Upon successfully completing the MA program in Foreign Policy and Diplomacy, graduates will be equipped to work in various governmental and non-governmental institutions as:
- Consultants on negotiation-related issues
- Diplomats and envoys
- Political and policy analysts and advisors on strategic regional and international matters
- Experts in conflict resolution and management
- International civil servants in intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations
- Researchers and research practitioners
