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Doctorate in International Relations

What is a Doctorate in International Relations?

A Doctorate in International Relations is a rigorous, research-intensive program that explores the complexities of global politics, diplomacy, international law, security studies, and economic relations. The program is designed for scholars and professionals aiming to contribute to the field through advanced theoretical insights and practical applications. A Doctorate in International Relations involves coursework in international affairs, followed by original research culminating in a dissertation that addresses pressing global challenges. Graduates often pursue careers in academia, policy analysis, international organizations, and government agencies, shaping global strategies and fostering international cooperation.

 

Benefits

– Develop deep knowledge of international politics, diplomacy, and global governance.

– Open doors to high-level positions in academia, government, international organizations, and policy think tanks.

– Enhance the ability to conduct in-depth research and provide strategic solutions to complex global challenges.

– Equips graduates to contribute to international policies, negotiations, and diplomatic strategies.

– Develop critical thinking, leadership, and cross-cultural communication skills essential for global engagement.

Learning Outcomes

  • Advanced Theoretical Knowledge: Graduates will demonstrate a deep understanding of international relations theories, global governance, and geopolitical dynamics.

    Research Excellence: Graduates will conduct independent, original research that contributes to the field of international relations and global studies.

    Critical Analysis:  Learners will be able to evaluate complex global issues, including security, diplomacy, international law, and economic relations, with a critical and strategic approach.

    Policy Development and Application: Learners will be able to formulate and assess policies that impact international affairs, diplomacy, and global cooperation.

    Leadership and Decision-Making: Graduates will be able to develop leadership skills in global policy-making, international negotiations, and conflict resolution.

    Academic and Professional Contribution:

    Publish scholarly work, present at international conferences, and contribute to academic and policy discussions.

Contact Information

Dunster Business School

Dunster Business School, An Institute under the aegis of Dunster Business School GmbH, Bahnhofplatz, 6300 Zug, Switzerland

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Who Can Apply?

Here are a few things to keep in mind before you apply.

Diplomas are beneficial for individuals looking to enter the workforce quickly, acquire specific skills, or gain qualifications in a new field.

Education: Many diploma programs, require applicants to have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Many vocational diplomas are designed to accommodate adults balancing work or family responsibilities.

Undergraduate degree holders: Some diploma programs are designed for individuals who already have a bachelor’s degree. These diplomas provide advanced knowledge in a specific field.

Professionals: Many diploma programs are focused on practical, industry-specific skills, which makes them attractive to professionals who are interested in upgrading their skills, staying competitive in their field, or meeting specific job requirements.

English language proficiency: For non-native English speakers, proof of English language proficiency may be required if they are applying to programs in English-speaking countries.

Relevant Experience (if applicable): Some advanced or specialized diplomas, may require prior experience or knowledge in the field, especially for career-focused programs.

Key Features
Specializations
    • Comprehensive Instructor-Led Interactive Sessions
      Engage with experts through lectures, seminars, and workshops.
    • In-Depth Case Studies
      Examine real-world scenarios to apply theoretical knowledge.
    • Research Assignments and Projects
      Participate in hands-on projects that reinforce learning.
    • Flexible Learning Options
      Access resources and complete coursework according to your schedule.
    • Guided Practical Experiences
      Receive mentorship and guidance throughout your research journey.
    • Continuous Assessments
      Benefit from regular feedback to improve your skills and knowledge.
    • Access to Exclusive Academic and Professional Networks
      Join a community of scholars and industry leaders.
    • Globally Recognized Doctoral Degree
      Earn a qualification respected by institutions and employers worldwide.

International Security and Conflict Studies

Global Governance and International Organizations

International Political Economy

Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs

Environmental Politics and Global Sustainability

International Law and Legal Studies

Peace and Conflict Resolution

And many more…

Curriculum

  • Research
    a. Scope and Significance
    b. Types of Research
    c. Research Process
    d. Characteristics of Good Research
    e. Identifying Research problem
    f. Meaning of Sampling Design
    g. Steps in sampling
    h. Criteria for good sample design
    i. Types of Sample Design
    j. Probability and non-probability sampling methods
    k. Meaning of Measurement
    l. Types of scales
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  • Review of Literature
    a. Data Collection
    b. Types of Data
    c. Sources of Data Collection
    d. Methods of Data collection
    e. Constructing questionnaire
    f. Establishing, reliability and validity
    g. Data processing
    h. Coding, Editing and tabulation of data
    i. Meaning of Report writing
    j. Types of Report
    k. Steps of report writing
    i. Precautions for writing report
    m. Norms for using Tables
    n. Charts and diagram
    o. Appendix: – Index, Bibliography.
  • Meaning and importance of Research
  • Types of Research
  • Selection and formulation of Research Problem
  • Meaning of Research Design
  • Need of Research Design
  • Features of Research Design
  • Inductive, Deductive and Development of models
  • Developing a Research Plan
  • Exploration, Description, Diagnosis, Experimentation
  • Determining Experimental and Sample Designs
  • Analysis of Literature Review
  • Primary and Secondary Sources
  • Web sources
  • Critical Literature Review
  • Hypothesis
  • Different Types of Hypothesis
  • Significance
  • Development of Working Hypothesis
  • Null hypothesis
  • Research Methods: Scientific method vs Arbitrary Method
  • Logical Scientific Methods: Deductive, Inductive, Deductive-Inductive
  • Pattern of Deductive
  • Inductive logical process
  • Different types of inductive logical methods.
    • Introduction to Quantitative Research

    Part 1:
    a. Session Overview
    b. RQ Hypothesis Course Context Video
    c. What is Quantitative Research?
    d. Ethics of Quantitative Research
    e. Session Summary

    Part 2:
    f. Session Overview
    g. Introduction to the Scientific Method of Research
    h. Comparing Descriptive, Predictive and Prescriptive Research
    i. Inductive and Deductive Approaches to Quantitative Research
    j. Constructing Models
    K. Session Summary

    • Exploring Quantitative Research Design

    Part 1:
    a. Session Overview
    b. Fundamentals of Research Design
    c. Components of a Research Design
    d. Characteristics of a Research Design
    e. Session Summary

    Part 2:
    f. Session Overview
    g. Research Design for Experimental Research Studies
    h. Research Design for Quasi Experimental Studies
    i. Research Design for Non-Experimental Research Studies
    j. Evaluating Quantitative Research Design
    k. Session Summary 

    • Data Collection for Quantitative Research

    Part 1:
    a. Session Overview
    b. Defining Surveys
    c. Exploring Survey Methods
    d. Session Summary


    Part 2:
    e. Session Overview
    f. The Process of Questionnaire Development
    g. Designing a Questionnaire
    h. Designing Rating Scales
    i. The Art of Asking Questions
    j. Session Summary

    Part 3:
    k. Session Overview
    l. Tips to Conduct Effective Surveys
    m. Ethics of Using Technology in Surveys
    n. Session Summary

    • Measurement and Sampling

    Part 1:
    a. Session Overview
    b. What is Measurement?
    c. True Score Theory, Estimating Measurement Errors
    d. Evaluating Validity of Measures
    e. Evaluating Reliability of Measures
    f. Session Summary

    Part 2:
    g. Session Overview
    i. Basic Concepts of Sampling
    j. Problems and Blases in Sampling
    k. Probability Sampling
    l. Non-Probability Sampling
    m. Session Summary


    Part 3:
    n. Session Overview
    o. Determining the Sample Size
    p. Sampling Distribution and Statistical inference
    q. Demonstrations on Sampling
    r. Session Summary

    • Constructing Statistical Models

    Part 1:
    a. Session Overview
    b. Significance of Comparing Means for Analysis
    c. What is ANOVA?
    d. Types of ANOVA
    e. Calculating and Interpreting One-Way ANOVA
    f. Session Summary

    Part 2:
    g. Session Overview
    h. Building a Statistical Model
    i. Effect of Moderating and Mediating Variables
    j. Demonstration on Mediation and Moderation
    k. Session Summary

    • Enhancing Statistical Models

    Part 1:
    a. Session Overview
    b. What is Factor Analysis?
    c. Conducting Factor Analysis
    d. Demonstration on R: Factor Analysis
    e. Interpreting Factor Scores
    f. Session Summary

    Part 2:
    g. Session Overview
    h. What is Factorial ANOVA?
    i. Dealing with Interaction Effects in Factorial ANOVA
    j. Calculating and Interpreting Factorial ANOVA
    k. Session Summary

    • Multivariate Analyses

    Part 1:
    a. Session Overview
    b. Multivariate regression
    c. MANOVA
    d. Logistic Regression
    e. Structural Equation Modeling
    f. Tree Structured Methods
    g. Conjoint Analysis
    h. Session Summary

    Part 2:
    i. Session Overview
    j. Time Series
    k. Cluster Analysis
    l. Session Summary

    • Writing a Quantitative Research Paper
    Part 1:
    a. Session Overview
    b. Introduction to Formatting the Research Project for Quantitative Research
    c. Components of a Quantitative Research Paper
    d. Writing the Summary, Background and Purpose of Quantitative Research
    e. Writing the Literature Review
    f. Detailing your Research Design/Methodology
    g. Curating your Results, Analysis and Supplimentary Findings
    h. Outlining your Conclusions and Reccomendations
    i. Making Appendices
    j. Session Summary

    Part 2:
    k. Session Overview
    l. Writing Different Types of Quant Papers
    m. Guidelines for Fine Tuning your Research Presentation
    n. Session Summary
      • Introduction to Qualitative Research

      a. Key Elements of Qualitative Research
      b. Writing Qualitative Research Question
      c. Qualitative Research: Framework
      d. Steps to Write a Qualitative Research Paper
      e. Ethics for Qualitative Research and IRB
      f. Introduction to Design Strategies
      g. Data-Collection and Analysis Strategies
      h. Introduction to research design
      i. Major aspects of research design

      Data Collection in Qualitative Research

      1. Sources of Evidence: A Comparative
        b. Assessment (Forms-Strengths-Weaknesses)
        c. Principles of Data Collection
        d. Sampling
        e. Reliability and ValidityInterviews and Focus Groups

      Introduction to Data Analysis

      1. An Introduction to Data Analysis
        b. First Cycle Coding (Description +Demo)
        c. Second Cycle Coding (Description +Demo)
        d. Jottings and Analytic Memoing (Description +Demo)
        e. Assertions and Propositions (Description +Demo)
        f. Within Case and Cross-Case Analysis (Description +Demo)

      Data Display and Exploration

      1. Matrix and Networks
        b. Timing, formatting
        c. Extracting Inferences and Conclusions
        d. Exploring Fieldwork in Progress
        e. Exploring Variables
        f. Exploring Reports in Progress

      Data Analysis Process – Next Steps

      1. Describing Participants
        b. Describing Variability
        c. Describing Action
        d. Ordering by time
        e. Ordering by process
        f. Explaining Interrelationship-Change
        g. Explaining Causation
        h. Making Predictions

      Verifying Conclusions

      1. Tactics to achieve integration among diverse pieces of data
        b. Tactics to sharpen understanding by differentiation
        c. Tactics of seeing relationships in data abstractly
        d. Tactics to assemble a coherent understanding of data
        e. Tactics for testing or confirming findings
        f. Standards for quality of conclusionsWriting Report and New Technologies
      2. Other methods in Qualitative Research
        b. Audiences and Effects
        c. Different aspects / apa
        d. An Introduction to Mixed Methods Research

Certification

Frequently Asked Questions

A Doctorate in International Relations is an advanced research degree that focuses on global politics, diplomacy, international security, economic relations, and foreign policy. It involves extensive research, coursework, and a dissertation that contributes to the field.

Students benefit from industry collaborations and a global network of research professionals. A doctorate in  International Relations offers cutting-edge research opportunities, with access to advanced facilities, renowned faculty members, and a strong emphasis on practical applications of theories. 

Yes, Dunster Business School offers flexible learning options, including an online format to cater to working professionals and students with other commitments.

Graduates can pursue careers in:

– Academia (University Professors, Researchers)

– Government and Diplomacy (Foreign Affairs, Embassies)

– International Organizations (UN, World Bank, NATO)

– Policy Think Tanks and Research Institutions

– NGOs and Humanitarian Organizations

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