[bestbits] Last chance to apply: Master in Diplomacy with a specialisation in Internet Governance

[Ginger Paque]

In case you know anyone who might be interested. Apologies for
cross-posting. Thanks! Ginger




Dear friends,

DiploFoundation's call for applications for the 2014 Master in Diplomacy
with a specialisation in Internet governance closes in a few days. Details
of the programme are available below, and at
http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD

*If you are interested in applying, or have any questions about the
programme, please e-mail us as soon as possible at admissions at diplomacy.edu.
Late applications may be considered; e-mail us to request a deadline
extension.*

We would appreciate if you could forward this message to others whom you
think may benefit from this programme. Thank you.

Best,
Stephanie



                       Master in Contemporary Diplomacy with an Internet
Governance Specialisation
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 *Accelerate your career with this online diplomacy programme,
offered by DiploFoundation and the University of Malta.*
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       This unique programme gives current and future Internet policymakers
a solid foundation in diplomatic skills and techniques, necessary to engage
effectively in international global policy processes.
     ’The IG route in the MA Contemporary Diplomacy Programme has enabled
me to situate the focus of my work on Internet Governance in Africa in a
space that is directly relevant to the mandate of the NEPAD Agency. I have
found immense value in being able to bring together the two worlds of
Internet Governance and Diplomacy.’

*Towela Nyirenda-Jere

Programme Manager,  e-Africa Programme, NEPAD Planning and Coordinating
Agency
*
         How the programme works

   - First, you attend a 10-day residential workshop in Malta. Here you
   will get a clear overview of the programme, meet your classmates and some
   of the faculty members, and develop skills in critical areas of diplomacy
   including negotiation, protocol, and language.
   - Next, you participate in five online courses, each lasting ten weeks.
   You will attend three or four courses in IG-related topics and choose the
   remaining courses from our wide range of diplomacy
topics<http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3d&id=761efa3b4c&e=330e500107>.
   Online study involves reading and discussing lecture texts with course
   lecturers and fellow participants, completing learning activities and
   assignments, and joining online meetings. Once you have completed these
   courses, you are eligible to receive a Postgraduate Diploma in Contemporary
   Diplomacy awarded by the University of Malta.
   - If you continue to the Master's degree, the final part of the
   programme is writing your dissertation, focussed on an IG-related topic,
   under the personal guidance of a faculty member. On successful completion,
   you will receive a Master’s degree in Contemporary Diplomacy awarded by the
   University of Malta.
   - The IG courses you attended – as well as other courses – will be
   listed in a detailed transcript which you can order on completion of the
   programme to supplement your diploma or degree in Contemporary Diplomacy.

       *Faculty
members*<http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3d&id=a413baaa84&e=330e500107>
include
practising and retired diplomats, academics, and specialists in IG with
both theoretical expertise and practical experience in the field.

*Online learning* takes place in small groups and is highly interactive,
drawing on the experience and knowledge of participants as well as
lecturers. Course work is flexible: within a weekly schedule, you decide
when and where to study. The programme requires 5–7 hours of study per week.
     Interested in a traditional diplomacy programme?
You can also register without the Internet governance (IG) specialisation -
see the
programme website<http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3d&id=cbfe3a896d&e=330e500107>for
more details.
       The Master/PGD in Contemporary Diplomacy is recognised worldwide and
has European postgraduate accreditation through the Faculty of Arts at the
University of Malta. Graduates of Diplo's IG
courses<http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3d&id=1e34296482&e=330e500107>
hold
key positions in national and international bodies working in Internet
Governance, including the Internet Governance Forum Multistakeholder
Advisory Group.

*Who should apply* Diplomats, government officials, and other individuals
interested in or responsible for IG, cybersecurity and other
Internet-related policy issues; business and civil society activists
involved in multistakeholder IG processes; postgraduate students,
journalists, staff of international and non-governmental organisations
wishing to take an active part in Internet policy-making.


 *How to apply* The next programme begins on 29 January 2014. *Apply by 1
October 2013*.
For further details and application instructions, please visit
 http://www.diplomacy.edu/courses/MAPGD<http://diplomacy.us5.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=89e7299f9fe54eed66d45cf3d&id=9c5026f365&e=330e500107>
or
contact admissions at diplomacy.edu


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