In this rapidly changing environment where the political, economic and military interventions are playing pivotal roles globally and also in the GCC Countries, the ability to evaluate key trends in foreign policy requires a detailed understanding of the modern international system. It provides high-level training in diplomacy, international business, economics, international law, environmental law policies, and contemporary international politics within an Arab context. This program prepares learners to develop or enhance their careers in the diplomatic service as well as in international organizations, government departments and multinational corporations where an understanding of diplomacy, international relations, politics, economics and trade are essential.

Masters Program in Diplomacy empowers and equips students with knowledge and the necessary skills that enable them to begin successful career in international diplomacy, intelligence and security, Foreign Service, and international organizations. The program also prepares graduates to promote global respect, understanding and cultural diversity.

Career opportunities for M.A (Diplomacy) are:

- Information Officer at State Enterprises
- Career Diplomat
- PRO at Embassies and Consulates
- Trade Negotiators at Business Enterprises
- Liaison Officer at Consulate & Embassies
- Media Officer in International Media
- Experts in Think-tanks
- Researchers at Research Institutions
- Officers, experts, and advisors at UN Agencies
- Officers, experts, and advisors at Non-governmental Organizations
- Mediators in Mediation & Negotiation Agencies Enterprises

1. Remedial Courses: Six Courses (12 credit hours)

The six remedial courses (6) will equip students with the basic knowledge and prepare them to excel in the core and elective courses. They also provide students who have no background in the field of International Relations and Diplomacy the confidence to succeed.

2. Core Courses : Four Compulsory courses (12 credit hours)

The four (4) core courses- (12 credit Hours) provide students with strong theoretical and analytical skills, necessary to be competent professionals. Today’s diplomatic world focuses on negotiation and conflict management skills, regional relations, global economic issues and especially security problems. Hence core courses on M.A. in Diplomacy focuses on these crucial areas.

3. Six Free Elective Courses (18 credit hours)

Diplomacy should not be thought as a single scientific discipline. Hence the M.A. in Diplomacy is a provocatively focused program that provides attractive interdisciplinary courses. The six (6) free elective courses (18 credit Hours) are selected from a variety of courses; they offer a critical importance in a wide range of interests; from politics and diplomacy to energy, International law/ human rights, and Islam among civilizations and cultures.

4. Thesis OR two Free / Electives Courses

Students in M.A. Diplomacy program have the option either to write a thesis or select two courses in lieu of the thesis. However, Master Thesis allows students to demonstrate their ability to work on their own and present a cogent defense of a central claim.

Thesis (6 credit hours) OR two Free / Electives courses (6 credit hours) in lieu of the thesis.

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