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Welcome The Hertie School of Governance is an international teaching and research centre of excellence located in vibrant and cosmopolitan Berlin. We offer analytically challenging and problem oriented programmes on governance, policy analysis, management and leadership. We help students grow intellectually in a professional, research intensive environment, characterised by public debate and stewardship of the public good. Our global network, including the London School of Economics and Political Science, Sciences Po in Paris and the School of and Public Affairs at Columbia University, facilitates research and aca demic exchanges. The Hertie School s Master of Affairs (MIA) seeks to prepare outstanding students and young professionals for positions requiring a profound understanding of today s global policy challenges in government, diplomacy and inter national organisations, as well as in the private and civil society sectors. Policymakers and experts today are confronted with a wide array of global challenges. These range from a crisis prone global economy and its repercussions, to security challenges such as new regional instabilities, nuclear proliferation, cyber warfare, and conflicts over limited resources. To meet such challenges successfully in a rapidly transforming context, knowing how to navigate the complex landscape of diverse actors and disciplines is crucial. The interdisciplinary programme equips successful graduates with policymaking tools to tackle global challenges and devise sound policy proposals in a global multilevel system. We warmly invite you to find out more about the MIA programme and hope to welcome you on our campus soon. Prof. Helmut K. Anheier, PhD Dean 2 3
Academic Programme A global perspective on governance The practice-oriented MIA curriculum gives students a firm understanding of the international and transnational dimension of policymaking. Core Courses In the first year, students attend courses in global governance, international economics, international law and security policy. They are equipped with core policymaking competencies such as statistical analysis and public management. A practice course in international negotiation and mediation supplements the core curriculum. Between the first and second year of study, students gain professional experience in a full-time internship in an international organisation or other relevant institutions. s In their second year, students choose a concentration in either and Trade or Security and which they complete with at least three electives from the respective field. Further, they deepen their knowledge with additional international affairs electives and complement their profile by electives from the Hertie School s Master of Public Policy catalogue. Master s MIA students complete their degree requirements with a master s thesis, which is typically part of a group project on a topic relevant to international affairs. The thesis is developed and carried out in close cooperation with a practice partner and under the guidance of a supervising faculty member. Javier Solana Hertie School Senior Fellow, former EU High Representative for Common Foreign and Security Policy The field of international relations is due for a thrust of innovation as old recipes no longer meet the demands of a multipolar world. Europe, for example, sets very high standards for itself and is confronted with similar expectations from other nations, regions and global players. The development of a degree programme that prepares young leaders in this field is a very exciting prospect. 4 5
y Trade Trade & y l Trade Trade & l & t Key Concentrations Security Security & Specialise in one area of international affairs Trade Trade & Master s Master s (Research) (Research) Colloquium Colloquium Colloquium The MIA curriculum expects students to deepen their policy expertise by choosing one of two key concentrations. Those interested in developing a solid understanding of international economic policy choose the and Trade concentration. s in this concentration deal with the interaction between national and international economic institutions and the impact of their interventions on growth, competition, trade, or other factors such as energy supply. Research Research Design Design Students seeking to deepen their knowledge in security Economics II Economics II issues Law the other hand, Negotiation select the Security and Law Negotiation concentration. It is based on a comprehensive notion of security that includes issues such as poverty, human rights or climate change, besides old and new geopolitical and military challenges. Special emphasis is given to institutions that are Global Governance Statistics Economics needed Global for Governance sustainable & Statistics solutions to security Economics problems. I Policy Making Policy Making Internship Summer Break Internship Summer Break SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4 Security & Security & Security Organisation & Management Trade & Trade & Security & Law Trade & Global Governance & Policy Making Internship Summer Break Negotiation Statistics Master s (Research) Economics II Economics I Research Design Core Courses Core Courses In the first year of study, students attend eight core courses to build In the first year of study, students attend eight core courses to build strong disciplinary and methodological foundation. a strong disciplinary and methodological foundation. s s In the second year of study, students choose six elective courses to In the second year of study, students choose six elective courses to refine their skills and deepen their knowledge: three concentration refine their skills and deepen their knowledge: three concentration based and three from the MIA/MPP electives portfolio. based and three from the MIA/MPP electives portfolio. Internship Internship Between the first and second year of study, students are required Between the first and second year of study, students are required to complete six-week full-time internship (June August). to complete a six-week full-time internship (June August). Concentration s Concentration s After the second semester, students choose concentration in After the second semester, students choose a concentration in either Security and or Trade and. They attend either Security and or Trade and. They attend three elective courses specific to their concentration during the three elective courses specific to their concentration during the 3rd and 4th semesters. 3rd and 4th semesters. Master Master During the second year of study, students work on master thesis During the second year of study, students work on a master thesis research project, supported by research design course and research project, supported by a research design course and a thesis colloquium. thesis colloquium. 6 7
Toronto Washington, D. C. New York Los Angeles Durham Copenhagen Moscow London Berlin Paris Milan Cairo Beijing Shanghai Tokyo Singapore São Paolo Study Abroad A Professional Degree Expand your international experience Academic Exchange Students can apply for an exchange place after starting their MIA programme. They then spend their third semester at a partner university where they attend three to four elective courses. The Hertie School has an extensive global network with several partner universities in the Americas, Europe and across the globe, where students may apply to spend a semester of their studies. Dual Degree For students who want to dive even deeper into another academic environment, the school offers MIA candidates the opportunity to complete a degree from the Hertie School in Berlin and to earn an additional MIA degree at Columbia University s School of and Public Affairs (SIPA) in New York. Build a professional network As a professional school for public policy, the Hertie School gives students several opportunities to apply what they are learning and begin building a professional network. The MIA curriculum offers a course on negotiation and mediation with a strong skills component taught by a practitioner. The Hertie School also invites relevant professionals including alumni to its Professional Perspectives lecture series, and students are expected to complete a summer internship between their first and second year of study. For students who want even more professional experience, the school offers a Professional Year between the first and second year of the programme with MIA relevant institutions such as Germany s Development Agency (Gesellschaft für e Zusammenarbeit GIZ). Students who choose the dual degree spend their first year at the Hertie School and then their second year at SIPA in New York. 8 9
How to apply Candidates with an excellent undergraduate degree and a strong motivation to study international affairs are invited to apply for the MIA programme. Application Requirements Bachelor (or equivalent) from any disciplinary background Academic transcripts Letter of reference English proficiency certificate (TOEFL or IELTS) Application Deadlines The priority deadline is 1 February. Admissions and scholarships are offered on a rolling basis. Applicants who seek financial aid should apply early (between October and early January). Late applications can be accepted until 1 May. Financial Aid The Hertie School offers qualified students scholarships in form of full or partial tuition waivers. The school also provides advice on acquiring external scholarships and student loans. Most students who require assistance rely on a mixture of tuition waivers, external scholarships, loans and student jobs to finance their studies. Contact us For more information regarding the application process and requirements visit the MIA website at www.hertie-school.org/mia or contact the MIA Applications team at mia-applications@hertieschool.org. Master of Affairs Key Facts 2-year, full-time master s programme in English Concentrations in and Trade or Security and Access to career services, professional and alumni network Tuition: 14,750 Euro per year 10 11
The Hertie School of Governance was founded at the end of 2003 by the Hertie Foundation, which remains its major partner. The School is situated in the heart of Berlin, a stone s throw from the city s most beautiful square, Gendarmenmarkt. Just minutes from the houses of Parliament, various federal ministries, political represen tations, media organisations and research institutes, the Hertie School has its finger firmly on the pulse of the latest developments in public policy, governance and academia. Hertie School of Governance Friedrichstraße 180 10117 Berlin Germany Tel. +49 (0)30 25 92 19-0 Fax +49 (0)30 25 92 19-111 mia@hertie-school.org www.hertie-school.org/mia Status: August 2014 The Hertie School of Governance is committed to environmental sustainability. This folder was printed on recycled paper.