International Organisations and Crisis Management (IOCM), Master of Arts
A comprehensive Master's programme exploring the governance, legitimacy, and operational challenges of international organisations in crisis management.
Best for:Best for students seeking a career in international policy, crisis management, or global governance with a focus on practical experience.
Overview
The International Organisations and Crisis Management (IOCM) Master of Arts at Friedrich Schiller University Jena is a full-time, four-semester programme. It integrates studies in international relations, organizational theory, and crisis management, covering diverse scenarios from conflict resolution to pandemic and financial governance. Students engage with both theoretical frameworks and practical applications, including classes taught by practitioners and a mandatory two-month internship. The curriculum includes a required third-semester stay abroad at a partner university, ensuring a strong international perspective. Graduates are prepared for professional roles within international governmental and non-governmental organizations.
What you'll do
- Complete core disciplinary modules focusing on the structure, norms, and effectiveness of international organizations.
- Participate in practical training sessions led by industry practitioners.
- Undertake a mandatory two-month internship to gain professional experience in the field.
- Complete a required third-semester study abroad unit at a partner institution.
- Conduct independent research and write a Master's thesis in English.
- Engage in interdisciplinary elective modules from fields such as Economics or Law.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English; C1 level (e.g., IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, or equivalent).
Instruction: English
- Proof of English language proficiency at C1 level.
- Academic background relevant to international relations or political science.
- Ability to engage in interdisciplinary study and research.
- Must meet university admission criteria for Master's programmes.
- Non-EU applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the early deadline.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2025-05-31
Applications must be submitted through the university's official portal. Non-EU applicants are strongly advised to submit their materials by April 30th to ensure timely processing.
- Academic transcripts
- English language proficiency certificate
- CV
- Letter of motivation
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