GENEVA GRADUATE INSTITUTE
EXECUTIVE EDUCATION
Chemin Eugène-Rigot 2A
Case postale 1672
CH - 1211 Geneva 1, Switzerland
+41 (0)22 908 57 09
executive@graduateinstitute.ch
Our programme will provide you with the analytical mindset, ethical reflections, leadership and communication skills indispensable to design and implement effective advocacy and lobbying campaigns in international public affairs. Our programme focuses on how to influence policy-making in competitive, multi-layered environments whether you work in the private or public sector, as a diplomat or policy- maker representing a government or public authority, in International Organisations or for NGOs.
Influence multiple stakeholders to achieve a cause, realise a project, transform policies, or obtain funding
Acquire the best communication skills to advocate or lobby in persuasive and efficient ways when you need to mobilise resources, fundraise or if you are in charge of public and/or external relations
Develop analytical and practical tools to plan and implement campaigns in global, regional, national or local environments with tangible results
Meet advocacy practitioners, policy-makers and experts in public affairs from diverse sectors to expand your network on your professional path
Get a degree from a renowned institution specialised in international affairs, to get an adequate comparative advantage for a promotion, next position and/or recognition
This programme is particularly relevant for mid to senior-level practitioners from private, public, diplomacy, international organisations and NGOs working or aspiring to work in the fields of:
Advocacy and public affairs
Communication
Fundraising and resource mobilisation
Campaigning
Government relations
Context, Actors and Strategies - Certificate & Diploma - Live virtual classroom
Discover the web of actors involved at global, regional and national levels
Develop a unique strategic framework to design successful campaigns
Through case studies and group work, sharpen your analytical and strategic-thinking skills
Tactics, Tools and Outcomes Measurement - Certificate & Diploma - In person
Master up-to-date tools and tactics to execute and measure successful campaigns
Create and present a concrete advocacy campaign in groups at the end of the module
Discover fundraising and philanthropy techniques
Multilateralism in a new international order - Diploma - E-learning
Emerging risks, threats and technologies
System thinking for global issues
Global governance and regionalism
Anticipation in international relations
Policy-making amidst transformation - Diploma - In person
Policy-making sequencing
Policy analysis, drafting, and outreach
Policy-making by sector (global health, trade, disarmament, internet governance)
Anticipatory policy-making for emergent risks and technologies
Selection is primarily based on the candidate's professional experience and motivation
A bachelor's degree is required, or a degree/diploma deemed to be equivalent (no particular discipline required)
A minimum of five years of full-time work for the Executive Certificate and eight years for the Executive Diploma is highly recommended. Participants typically range between 30 and 50 years of age
Proficiency in English is required
Executive Certificate in Advocacy and International Public Affairs
Certificate of Advanced Studies (15 ECTS)
Requires successful completion of Modules 1 & 2 assessments and final paper
Executive Diploma in Advocacy, International Public Affairs and Policy Making
Diploma of Advanced Studies (30 ECTS)
Requires successful completion of Modules 1,2,3 & 4 assessments and final paper
This programme counts towards the Executive Master in International Relations.
Start the application process by clicking on the red "Apply now" button (available when applications are open)
Provide a copy of your certifications and diplomas
The admissions committee will then evaluate your application and come back to you in the following two weeks
To complete the programme, participants are expected to:
Attend a minimum of 80% of the sessions - participants can miss a maximum of 3 days of classes for the Executive Certificate, five days for the Executive Diploma
Complete each module's assessment - evaluations consist of a paper for Module 1 (take-home assessment) and an in-class group presentation of an advocacy campaign for Module 2
Submit a final assessment related to the Module 2 advocacy campaign (take-home assessment)
For any questions related to payment, financial assistance, changes in programmes, prices, and conditions of withdrawal, please visit our Terms & Conditions page
Expert practitioners advising global companies and international organisations
Academic thought-leaders exploring pressing global issues
Case studies and guest speakers change yearly according to the most recent developments. A high number of senior executives were welcomed over the years from all organisations, including Leidar, WEF, Bloomberg, IUCN, GAVI, WHO, EACD, European Centre for Public Affairs, DNDi, EPFL, International Crisis Group, UNI Global Union, Interpeace, IFPMA, FoodDrink Europe, the European Commission, Apprentis d'Auteuil, Accenture, Syngenta, Acumen Public Affairs, the European Parliament, Swiss Permanent Mission to the EU, Airlines for Europe, 7-Eleven, MSF, UNIL, FIFDH, International AIDS Society, EBU
Upcoming events
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Applications are now open
2023 Edition
Module 1
26-29 Apr. & 3-6 May 2023 (live virtual classroom)
Module 2
21-29 Jun. 2023
Module 3
18 Sep. to 03 Nov. 2023 (e-learning)
Diploma only
Module 4
27 Feb. to 08 March 2024
Diploma only
2024 Edition
Module 1
26-29 Mar. & 2-5 Apr. 2024 (live virtual classroom)
Module 2
21-30 May 2024
Module 3
16 Sep. to 01 Nov. 2024 (e-learning)
Diploma only
Module 4
24 Feb. to 06 March 2025
Diploma only
Fees
Executive Certificate: CHF 9'900
Executive Diploma: CHF 22'000
Discounts
Early bird, Come with your colleagues, Alumni or Chèque de formation
Contact us
Maison de la Paix
Chemin Eugène-Rigot 2A
1202 Geneva
Language
English
Johnson Jimmye (Mrs.)
Admissions Officer
+41 (0)22 908 57 28
ee.programadvisor@graduateinstitute.ch