International and Diplomatic Studies

Prague University of Economics and Business - Faculty of International Relations

Key information
Field of study:
Political sciences and civics
Study language::
CZ
Study program code:
N0312A050008
Application deadline:
30.04.2027
ISCED code:
0312
Study form::
full-time
Study duration:
2 years

The master's degree programme in International Politics and Diplomacy is to train specialists for the field of international and external economic relations, equipped with advanced theoretical knowledge of economics as well as knowledge of international relations, international law and strategic decision-making skills in international practice within the foreign service, economic and public diplomacy and development cooperation. The core values of the programme are comprehensive knowledge, interconnectedness of theory and practice, emphasis on the ethical and environmental dimensions of strategic decision-making and respect for the multicultural realities of the international environment.

Application and admission procedure
Admission procedure form:
written test
Application start:
01.12.2026
Application deadline:
30.04.2027
Application fee:
1050.00 CZK

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After completing the programme, you will: - gain interdisciplinary knowledge of economics, international economics, international politics, international law and their links at theoretical and applied levels; - understand globalisation and its economic, political and geopolitical implications from global, state and regional perspectives, including Europe; - know foreign policy analysis, foreign policy approaches of states, and the role of major powers, the European Union and other actors; - deepen knowledge of development, human rights, European integration, economic, cultural and public diplomacy; - use experience from specialisation and internships in diplomatic practice, economic diplomacy, international negotiations, international economic, diplomatic and consular law; - analyse international relations globally and regionally using economic and political categories, mechanisms and data; - compare states’ foreign policy concepts with Czech foreign policy; - conduct bilateral and multilateral negotiations and apply diplomatic protocol and intercultural communication; - prepare projects and evaluate primary and secondary research using quantitative and qualitative methods.

University

School detail

Institution type:
public
Founded:
1953
Abbreviation:
VSE
Number of students:
15040
Number of international students in degree programs:
3789
Number of international exchange students:
858
Number of international alumni
953

The Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE) is the largest economics-focused university in Czechia and one of the leading business schools in Central and Eastern Europe. You can choose from degree programmes in economics, finance, management, informatics and international relations, taught in Czech and English. During your studies, you build analytical thinking, data skills and the ability to apply theory in real-world contexts. The international AACSB accreditation confirms the quality of education at VŠE. Only a small percentage of business schools worldwide hold it. Teaching is closely linked with practice. You work on real projects with companies, complete internships and meet experts from business and the public sector as part of your courses. VŠE has an extensive network of partner universities, so you can study abroad across Europe and beyond. Graduates combine academic knowledge, language skills and practical experience. They find career opportunities in consulting, finance, IT, public administration and international institutions, often already during their studies.

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Field of study:
Political sciences and civics
Study language::
CZ
Study program code:
N0312A050008
Application deadline:
30.04.2027
ISCED code:
0312
Study form::
full-time
Study duration:
2 years

The master's degree programme in International Politics and Diplomacy is to train specialists for the field of international and external economic relations, equipped with advanced theoretical knowledge of economics as well as knowledge of international relations, international law and strategic decision-making skills in international practice within the foreign service, economic and public diplomacy and development cooperation. The core values of the programme are comprehensive knowledge, interconnectedness of theory and practice, emphasis on the ethical and environmental dimensions of strategic decision-making and respect for the multicultural realities of the international environment.

Admission procedure form:
written test
Application start:
01.12.2026
Application deadline:
30.04.2027
Application fee:
1050.00 CZK

ApplyOpens in a new window

After completing the programme, you will: - gain interdisciplinary knowledge of economics, international economics, international politics, international law and their links at theoretical and applied levels; - understand globalisation and its economic, political and geopolitical implications from global, state and regional perspectives, including Europe; - know foreign policy analysis, foreign policy approaches of states, and the role of major powers, the European Union and other actors; - deepen knowledge of development, human rights, European integration, economic, cultural and public diplomacy; - use experience from specialisation and internships in diplomatic practice, economic diplomacy, international negotiations, international economic, diplomatic and consular law; - analyse international relations globally and regionally using economic and political categories, mechanisms and data; - compare states’ foreign policy concepts with Czech foreign policy; - conduct bilateral and multilateral negotiations and apply diplomatic protocol and intercultural communication; - prepare projects and evaluate primary and secondary research using quantitative and qualitative methods.

University

School detail
Institution type:
public
Founded:
1953
Abbreviation:
VSE
Number of students:
15040
Number of international students in degree programs:
3789
Number of international exchange students:
858
Number of international alumni
953

The Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE) is the largest economics-focused university in Czechia and one of the leading business schools in Central and Eastern Europe. You can choose from degree programmes in economics, finance, management, informatics and international relations, taught in Czech and English. During your studies, you build analytical thinking, data skills and the ability to apply theory in real-world contexts. The international AACSB accreditation confirms the quality of education at VŠE. Only a small percentage of business schools worldwide hold it. Teaching is closely linked with practice. You work on real projects with companies, complete internships and meet experts from business and the public sector as part of your courses. VŠE has an extensive network of partner universities, so you can study abroad across Europe and beyond. Graduates combine academic knowledge, language skills and practical experience. They find career opportunities in consulting, finance, IT, public administration and international institutions, often already during their studies.

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