Faculty & Research

At the heart of the Geneva School of Diplomacy’s concept is the students’ learning experience from leading academics and practitioners of international affairs. The vast majority of the faculty members have terminal degrees within their field of expertise.  The Geneva School of Diplomacy has an excellent and growing reputation for the high level of its academic staff – including six ambassadors, a former head-of-state and a Nobel Peace Prize nominee. They instruct, research, and publish in both classic and cutting edge areas in the field of International Relations.

We are committed to bridging the gap between theory and practice in the field of International Relations. In addition to GSD’s renowned faculty and research members, serving Ambassadors and other members of the diplomatic neighborhood, representatives from the International Organisations as well as high-level experts on cutting edge issues are regularly invited to share their invaluable knowledge and experience with the students.

The Geneva School of Diplomacy has traditionally focused on training world class international public and private sector leaders who will influence the world in a more human and productive direction.

Teaching staff of the Geneva School of Diplomacy & International Relations employ a number of methods of instruction. Consistent with the School’s quality assurance and enhancement practices, each method is designed to ensure that the student derives maximum benefit from the lectures and seminars, and that he/she uses independent study time to its full advantage.

Because of the small class sizes, students are offered the chance to personally interact with faculty and co-students on a high level and develop long lasting and sometimes life-changing relationships.