Master in Advanced Public and Cultural Diplomacy for International Relations - MAPCD

"Citizens of the World" to create bridges across cultures for dialogue and peace building

The Master in Advanced Public and Cultural Diplomacy for International Relations (MAPCD) is the first, at European level, to combine four different fields of study: Public Diplomacy and International Relations; Soft Power and Cultural Diplomacy for the global reputation of Countries and Cities; Global Communication for the engagement of worldwide audiences; Business Diplomacy.

Studying Public and Cultural Diplomacy means understanding the increasing role of non-State actors in international affairs, as well as the strategic influence of the cultures and digital media in foreign policy.

The Master's ambition and goal is to train not only skilled professionals with multidisciplinary competences for the challenging scenarios we are facing today, but most of all, “Citizens of the World” with a vision and a commitment to create bridges across cultures for dialogue and peace building.

Professional outcomes

Students who have completed the Master in Advanced Public and Cultural Diplomacy for International Relations are now working in different countries within various institutions and organizations:

• Ministries of Foreign Affairs
• Ministries of Cultural Heritage
• International Institutions and Organizations
• Global Companies
• Think Tanks and Research Institutes
• Global Consultancy Firms
• NGOs

The Program consists of 3 teaching modules, each including different subjects and lectures from top scholars and professionals, related to the main theme. Each module includes field visits to Ministries, International Cultural Institutes, International Organisations, Cultural Events and Museums, Historical and Art Sites.

1st Level | Global Issues in International Relations

2nd Level | Public and Cultural Diplomacy

3rd Level | Digital and Business Diplomacy

4th Level | Soft Skills Workshops and Final Project Work

In addition to the core courses, workshops and hands-on activities enable students to improve their personal and professional skills and better qualify themselves to face the job market. Some examples here below:

• Teambuilding
• Developing Fundraising Skills
• Project Management
• Data Management
• Tools for Cultural Planning

5th Level | Internship

Assessment and Diploma

Admissions

Entry requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• English proficiency
  TOEFL/iBT, Academic IELTS, First Certificate or having completed a degree program taught in English are considered a preferential requirement for applicants whose first language is not English. Nevertheless possessing a linguistic certification is not compulsory. Your fluency will be veryfied through the documents you will send and the selection interview.
• Strong motivation
• Professional or semi-professional experience in Cultural and Diplomatic Institutions

• Laurea primo livello