Master in Global Affairs
The Global Affairs MA program aims to provide a rigorous professional, interdisciplinary education to train the next generation of global institutions, think tanks, global civil society, and private sector leaders. It also aims to equip students with in-depth knowledge and the contextual perspectives needed to become successful, well-rounded professionals and leaders in a complex world. Emphasis is therefore laid on intellectual curiosity, interdisciplinarity, and regular engagement with policymakers and institutions. The program generally focuses on how states, inter-governmental, and global non-state actors interact with each other in a globalized world.
The Master Global Affairs takes place over two years. Each year is divided into 2 semesters. The first three semesters are devoted to teaching modules: 6 modules per semester. The fourth semester is devoted to the completion of a master’s thesis.
Le master Global Affairs vise à fournir un enseignement professionnel rigoureux et interdisciplinaire pour former la prochaine génération de dirigeants d’institutions mondiales, de Think Thanks, de la société civile mondiale et du secteur privé. Il vise également à doter les étudiants de connaissances approfondies et des perspectives contextuelles nécessaires pour devenir des professionnels dans un monde de plus en plus complexe.
L’accent est donc mis sur la curiosité intellectuelle, l’interdisciplinarité et l’engagement régulier avec les décideurs politiques et les institutions. Le programme se concentre généralement sur la façon dont les États, les acteurs intergouvernementaux et les acteurs non étatiques mondiaux interagissent les uns avec les autres dans un monde globalisé.
- Next intake September 25
- Deadline to apply March 2025
- Language of instruction English & French
- Duration 2 years
- ECTS 115
CAREER AND ACADEMICS OUTCOMES
Why choose our master's program ?
A smooth transition to Professional Careers
Graduates of the Master in Global Affairs are highly competitive in the global job market, with 63% employed, and 60% of them securing a position within six months. Additionally, 33% pursue further studies or research, demonstrating the program's strong industry connections and its alignment with current global demands.
A Global Footprint with Diverse Career Paths
An impressive 86.4% of graduates are building careers abroad, reflecting the program's international scope. Employment spans both the private sector (55%) and public sector (45%), offering graduates a wide array of opportunities to impact global and governmental organizations.
Further Studies
For graduates choosing academia, 33% pursue further studies, with 83.3% continuing in Morocco to enroll in Ph.D. or master’s programs.
Global Leaders in a Complex World
Graduates of the Master in Global Affairs are versatile professionals with in-depth expertise in contemporary global issues. They excel in global leadership and intercultural communication, capable of effectively interacting with diverse international interlocutors. Their training enables them to critically analyze complex global challenges and develop creative solutions, drawing on data analysis skills and research methodologies. These experts master the theoretical and practical foundations of international affairs, politics, economics, and international law. They are trained in global risk assessment and transnational project management. Their research, writing, and communication skills, as well as their ability to work in teams and develop professional networks, prepare them for careers in international organizations, governments, businesses, and NGOs.
A word from our Alumni
Courses & Program structure
Program Structure
Lina Zniber - Global Affairs Master student
« The Master’s degree in Global Affairs allowed me to better understand the changes and the dynamics of the international political landscape. A diversified program, which considers the different components of international relations by adressing the economic issues, and the environmental challenges facing our societies.»
Kidane Kiros - Global Affairs Program Coordinator
«The Global Affairs program focuses on how states and international actors interact with each other in a globalized word. The general aim of this Master is to provide interdisciplinary education to train the next generation of leaders.»
Courses by Semester
- (ECO520) International Political Economy
- (INT506) Country Risk Analysis
- (INT507) Morocco's Foreign Policy in Practice
- (MAN501) Management et Leadership Publics
- (RES501) Quantitative Research Methods for Social Sciences 1 OR (RES502) Qualitative Research Methods for Social Sciences 1
- One elective course to be chosen
- (INT502) Key Contemporary Issues in International Relations, with Focus on Africa
- (INT504) The New South Dynamics
- (INT508) Le Maghreb: Dynamiques Politiques et Economiques
- (LAW501) Business, the Environment, Human and Peoples' Rights
- (RES503) Quantitative Research Methods for Social Sciences 2 OR (RES504) Qualitative Research Methods for Social Sciences 2
- One elective course to be chosen
- (ECO519B) Prise De Décision Fondée Sur Des Données Probantes Dans des Environnements Complexes Et Risqués
- (INT602) The Psychology of Foreign Policy
- (POL610) Communication Stratégique et Opinions Publiques
- (RES605) Thematic Seminars in International Relations / Master's Thesis Preparation
- (RES608)Méthodes Quantitatives de Recherche en Sciences Sociales 3 OR (RES609) Méthodes Qualitatives de Recherche en Sciences Sociales 3: Méthodes Qualitatives pour l'Evaluation des Politiques Publiques
- One elective course to be chosen
- (RES600) PFE / Thesis
Program Coordinator
Professors
Youssef
Errami
Management
Otaviano
Canuto
Economics
Mohammed
Loulichki
International Relations
Norman
SEMPIJJA
International Relations
Larabi
Jaïdi
Economics
Sâ Benjamin
TRAORE
Law
David
SYLVAN
International Relations
Mounia
Boucetta
Management
Mohamed
Benabid
Management
Kidane
KIROS
International Relations
Amir
ABDUL REDA
Political Science
Ahmed
Bencheikh
Political Science
Mohamed
El Guide
Data Science
Jan Galip
Erk
Political Science
Youssef
Errami
Management
Zachary
GARFIELD
Anthropology
Aomar
Ibourk
Data Science
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Semester 1
- (ECO520) International Political Economy
- (INT506) Country Risk Analysis
- (INT507) Morocco's Foreign Policy in Practice
- (MAN501) Management et Leadership Publics
- (RES501) Quantitative Research Methods for Social Sciences 1 OR (RES502) Qualitative Research Methods for Social Sciences
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Semester 2
- (INT502) Key Contemporary Issues in International Relations, with Focus on Africa
- (INT504) The New South Dynamics
- (INT508) Le Maghreb: Dynamiques Politiques et Economiques
- (LAW501) Business, the Environment, Human and Peoples' Rights
- (RES503) Quantitative Research Methods for Social Sciences 2 OR (RES504) Qualitative Research Methods for Social Sciences 2
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Semester 3
- (ECO519B) Prise De Décision Fondée Sur Des Données Probantes Dans Des Environnements Complexes Et Risqués
- (INT602) The Psychology of Foreign Policy
- (POL610) Communication Stratégique et Opinions Publiques
- (RES605) Thematic Seminars in International Relations / Master's Thesis Preparation
- (RES608) Méthodes Quantitatives de Recherche en Sciences Sociales 3 OR (RES609) Méthodes Qualitatives de Recherche en Sciences Sociales 3: Méthodes Qualitatives pour l'Evaluation des Politiques Publiques
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Semester 1
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Semester 2
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Semester 3
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Semester 4
(RES600) PFE/Thesis
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