Faculty teaching in the programme is drawn from international specialists in the fields of strategic studies, foreign policy analysis and business management, as well as from local specialists. The consultant for the programme is King s College, University of London. The external examiner is Professor Lawrence Freedman, who was, until recently, Head of the War Studies Department, King s College, University of London. He is presently Professor and Chair of the Board of War Studies, King s College. Coursework is conducted over three trimesters, beginning in July each academic year.
Examinations take place at the end of each trimester.
It will also serve as a firm foundation for those who may wish to pursue a PhD thereafter. Not all electives are available in every academic year. Please check with the Institute to confirm. This course offers an advanced perspective on the core issues of conflict and peace in international relations. There is a heavy emphasis on theoretical debates and concepts in analyzing and understanding of contemporary global security.