M.A. program «International Relations» provides Russian and international students with necessary skills required for employment in international organizations. The curriculum best serves those students who are willing to become directly involved in politics, government or political organizations. Courses are designed to help graduates embrace their role as global citizens who are able and willing to be part of an international, multicultural environment. The program provides students with profound knowledge about contemporary politics, international diplomacy, governmental and legal systems, economics and international relations and security with focus on Russia.
Academic advisor of the program:
Vice-rector for Science Affairs, Dr. Andrey Baykov
The curriculum of the program «International Relations» consists of core disciplines and elective courses. That allows each student to make an individual schedule appropriate to his professional interests and personal inclinations.
The work is divided among lectures, seminars and workshops based on field research, participation by visiting experts, and group reports. For successful graduation, students need to pass final exams and defend the Master’s thesis.
Monday-Saturday
* Intensive modules by Visiting Professors can be out of Schedule
Classes’ attendance is obligatory. Absence from 30 academic hours leads to expulsion.
Subject |
Faculty |
ECTS Credits |
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Obligatory |
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Regional Subsystems of International Relations |
T.A. Shakleina, Department of Applied Analysis of International Problems |
2 |
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Foreign Language |
4 |
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Megatrends and Global Issues |
I.V. Bolgova, Department of Applied Analysis of International Problems |
4 |
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Historical Foundations of Russia’s Foreign Policy |
S.M. Markedonov, Institute of International Studies |
4 |
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Research work on Master thesis |
6 |
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Electives |
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Strategic Intelligence |
А.О. Bezrukov, Department of Applied Analysis of International Problems |
2 |
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Doing Business in Russia: Economic Aspects |
D.A. Degteryov, Department of World Economics |
2 |
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Foreign Direct Investments in Eurasia |
A.V. Kuznetsov, Department of Integration Studies |
2 |
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Economic Strategy of Modern Russia |
E.B. Zavialova, Department of Economic Policy and Public-Private Partnership, O.B. Pichkov, Department of International Economic Relations |
2 |
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Governance of the International Migration |
M.Y. Apanovich, Department of Demography and Migration Policy |
2 |
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Political Process of Modern Russia *major for IR in Eurasia students |
Y.I. Vaslavskiy, Department of Political Theory |
4 |
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UNITAR module 1 *major for Multilateral Diplomacy students |
Ph. Auber, UNITAR, UN |
4 |
|
Global Security and International Conflicts *major for GGA and LUISS students |
Y.A. Nikitina, Department of World Politics, M.Y. Apanovich Department of Demography and Migration Policy |
4 |
Subject |
Faculty |
ECTS Credits |
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Obligatory |
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Foreign Language |
4 |
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World Order and Instruments of Global Governance |
A.A. Baykov, Department of Applied Analysis of International Problems |
4 |
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Russia’s Foreign Policy Strategy |
A.V. Khudaikulova, Department of Applied Analysis of International Problems |
4 |
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Research work on Master thesis |
6 |
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International Relations in the Post-Bipolar World |
Y.A. Dubinin, Department of International Relations and Foreign Policy of Russia |
2 |
|
Electives |
Energy Diplomacy |
I.V. Bolgova, Department of Applied Analysis of International Problems |
2 |
Human capital research in the IR |
M.Y. Apanovich Department of Demography and Migration Policy |
2 |
|
Country Risk Assessment Analysis |
V.V. Shapovalov, Department of Applied Analysis of International Problems |
2 |
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Russian Politics in Questions and Answers |
B.I. Ananiev, Department of Political Theory |
2 |
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Political Systems and Political Process in Small – and Middle-ranged Countries of Eurasia |
E.V. Koldunova, Department of Oriental Studies, ASEAN Centre I.V. Kudriashova, Department of Comparative Political Studies |
2 |
|
World Economics *major for GGA and LUISS students |
A.S. Bulatov, Department of World Economics |
4 |
|
Eurasia Transregional System *major for IR in Eurasia students |
T.A. Shakleina, Department of Applied Analysis of International Problems |
4 |
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UNITAR module 2 *only for Multilateral Diplomacy students |
Ph. Auber, UNITAR, UN |
4 |
Subject |
Faculty |
ECTS Credits | |
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OBLIGATORY |
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Foreign Language |
6 |
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Methodology of International Political Research |
I.A. Istomin, Department of Applied Analysis of International Problems |
4 |
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ELECTIVES |
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Modern Network Diplomacy |
V.M. Morozov, Department of Diplomacy |
2 |
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Global Financial Markets |
V.N. Tkachyov, Department of Global Finances, I.B. Turuev, Department of Banks, Currency and Credits |
2 |
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Doing Business in Russia: Legal Aspects |
I.V. Bunick, Department of Legal Regulation in Fuel and Energy Industry |
2 |
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Spatial Analysis of International Relations |
I.Y. Okunev, Center for Spatial Analysis in International Relations |
2 |
|
Russia’s Public Diplomacy |
Visiting Professor |
2 |
|
Non-traditional security threats *major for GGA and LUISS students |
S.S. Veselovskiy, Department of Applied Analysis of International Problems |
4 |
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Integration process in Eurasia *major for IR in Eurasia students |
A.N.Tsibulina, Department of Integration Process |
4 |
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UNITAR module 2 *only for Multilateral Diplomacy students |
Ph. Auber, UNITAR, UN |
4 |
Subject |
ECTS Credits |
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Obligatory |
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Internship |
21 |
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Final State exams and Master Thesis`s Defense |
9 |
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Total |
120 |
* For full MGIMO degree
Module «Governance and Global Affairs» includes double degree modules with Reading University (Great Britain), LUISS University (Italy), and Marbella International University Center (MIUC) (Spain). It offers the advantageous chance to study at two universities and get a master’s degree from both. For successful graduation, students need to take three-months internship and defend the Master’s thesis that will meet both Universities requirements. Upon graduation, students are awarded two Master’s degrees.
The Agreement on the Double Master’s Degree Program was signed between MGIMO and the University of Reading in April 2013, with the first intake in 2013-2014 academic year. The module is suitable for students with an interest in international relations and contemporary issues of international security.
The first year at MGIMO students follow the curriculum of the Master’s Program «International Relations» (Module «Governance and Global Affairs») taught entirely in English.
The second year students study at Reading, M.A. Program «International Security Studies», which is designed to enhance research skills in the area of security studies. The course explores theories and concepts relating to international and global security, peace and strategic studies, and conflict resolution.
The University of Reading is a global university that enjoys a world-class reputation for teaching, research and enterprise. The University was established in 1892 as the Christchurch College of the University of Oxford and since then it has developed into a leading force in British and international higher education. It delivers a world-class student experience, research – led teaching and its graduate employability record is excellent.
Students will enjoy the beautiful views of the surroundings of the main campus, which has received several awards in the nomination of the British ‘greenest’ university. Reading is ideal for those who plan to travel around Great Britain as it is located at the hub of road network and not far from London.
The Joint Module is a part of the complex partnership between MGIMO and MIUC.
The first year students spend in Spain in MIUC, following the curriculum taught entirely in English.
The second year at MGIMO students follow the curriculum of the Master»s Program «International Relations».
One of the strongest points of the module is the discussion of International Relations approaches within a multicultural classroom environment, given the global background of our students. Indeed, some of these debates are currently reproduced in numerous international organizations and negotiations worldwide. MGIMO-MIUC trains the next generation of policy leaders to tackle the complex issues of a globalizing world.
The first year at MGIMO students follow the curriculum of the Master's Program «International Relations» (Module «Governance and Global Affairs») taught entirely in English. The MGIMO year begins with an intensive program in politics, international relations, security and economics.
The second year is spent at the International Relations program offered by one of the finest European liberal arts Universities – LUISS. Students follow one of the chosen tracks:
Recognized for its academic excellence, quality control of its academic standards and international dimension of studies, LUISS University aims to achieve the high levels of distinction in transmission of scientific, technological, and classical knowledge. It is committed to promoting and arranging research activities, educating both professionally and culturally with a strong bias of innovation. Moreover living and studying in the heart of Rome will put students in touch with a centuries-long history and intellectual creativity.
Students can also apply for a full MGIMO degree.
Module «International Relations in Eurasia: Politics, Economics and Ideologies» is designed to meet the needs of rising leaders in the public service professions, including domestic and international government agencies and non-profit organizations by providing up-to-date, firsthand information about Russia and Eurasia from a Russian view point. The module provides rigorous on-campus training in political science and policy analysis, preparing degree candidates to successful careers and supplying intellectual breadth, organizational skills, and self-confidence necessary to assume leadership positions in an increasingly complex public service environment.
Dr. Tatiana Shakleina
The module comprises a compulsory twelve-week internship period during the fourth semester. Internship helps considerably to broaden the range of contacts and find employment upon graduation. Students take internship in such organizations: diplomatic representative offices, Eurasian Economic Union, UN bodies, EU bodies, RIAC, Rosneft, Lukoil, trade chambers, media, etc.
Module «International Relations in Eurasia: Politics, Economics and Ideologies» includes the double degree module with Far Eastern Federal University. FEFU is a leader in education, science, and technology in the Far East of Russia. Today it is a main point of attraction for talented students and academics from all parts of the world, the center of international dialogue and promotion of Russian development to the markets of the Asia-Pacific region.
The unique geopolitical location of FEFU has determined its research priorities: World Ocean Resources, Biomedicine, and Integration in the Asia-Pacific region. Flagship projects, participation in the National Technological Initiative and the World Skills movement, cooperation with world-class companies: all this allows FEFU to respond to global challenges and to address the issues of advanced development of the Far East.
The module comprises a compulsory twelve-week internship period during the fourth semester. Internship helps considerably to broaden the range of contacts and find employment upon graduation. Students take internship in such organizations of UNITAR of UN:
The internship and UNITAR educational module is to be the subject of the extra contract with UNITAR organization.
Program graduates have employment opportunities in private and state companies, international organizations and NGOs, media companies, diplomatic service and academia, think tanks, universities and research centers. MGIMO graduates are in high demand by employers in business and industry.