Executive Master in Diplomacy and International Affairs (Asia Pacific)

Who’s it for?

Designed for mid-career professionals in the Asia Pacific, this one-year program will accelerate your career and provide you with the expertise to tackle the most pressing global and regional challenges. Offered through Georgetown SFS Asia Pacific (GSAP), the new SFS branch location in Jakarta, Indonesia, EMDIA AP combines world-class academic instruction with real-world diplomatic practice across three key international hubs: Jakarta, Doha and Washington, DC.

Our program offers a rigorous, accelerated path for professionals looking to advance their careers in international relations, diplomacy and global governance. Over the course of one academic year, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of global issues while developing critical diplomatic and leadership skills.

The Executive Master in Diplomacy and International Affairs is specially designed for mid-career professionals in the Asia Pacific region. Whether you are working in government, international organizations or private sector diplomacy, EMDIA AP will prepare you for the challenges of an increasingly interconnected world.

Key features

• Intensive one-year format: Designed for professionals who want to accelerate their careers without a prolonged time away from work, EMDIA AP is structured so that you can complete your master’s degree in just one year.
• Multi-location learning: Study across three of the world’s most dynamic cities, gaining first-hand experience in diplomacy, international negotiations and policy development.
• Designed for mid-career professionals: Ideal for those in government, multinational corporations, international organizations or related fields who are looking to broaden their expertise and leadership capabilities.

Curriculum

The EMDIA program is a 30-credit master’s program that spans one academic year, offering a dynamic and globally focused curriculum. With Georgetown’s multi-location learning model, you will have the opportunity to study across three strategically significant cities: Jakarta, Indonesia; Doha, Qatar; and Washington, DC. Each contributes a unique perspective on international affairs.

Through a blend of core courses, site visits, and interdisciplinary learning, you will deepen your expertise in key areas such as international relations, economic diplomacy, environmental policy and global leadership.