Why study Geopolitics?

Resource Wars, Identity Conflicts, Disinformation, Geostrategic Rivalries, Global Power Shift and increasing number of non-state actors, among others make it difficult to analyse contemporary international relations. To deal with this problem, the geopolitical approach can be a useful tool, since it takes into account the strategic, historical, geographical, cultural and economic spheres in deciphering the complexity of current and potential future conflicts.

About GIGS

  • The Geneva Institute of Geopolitical Studies (GIGS) organises Certificate Programmes in Geopolitics and Geoeconomics. These study programmes take place in Geneva.
  • The Institute undertakes research, provides expertise and publishes studies in the field of geopolitics.
  • GIGS organises conferences and symposiums on different geopolitical and geoeconomic issues.
  • GIGS is a non-profit organization and registered with the Geneva Commercial Register.
  • GIGS is entirely independent of political, ideological and economic organisations.
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Summer Course in Geopolitics
Geneva Institute of Geopolitical Studies

The principal objective of this study programme is to introduce the basic concepts of geopolitics. ... [+]

The principal objective of this study programme is to introduce the basic concepts of geopolitics. The course adopts a multidisciplinary approach that incorporates strategic, geographic, historic, cultural and economic dimensions in order to facilitate a more profound understanding of contemporary international relations. Conferences will be held by leading international experts. Target group of participants: Persons working for International Organisations and government agencies, diplomats, university students, people working in various economic sectors, and other interested individuals. Dates: Program starts on Monday 13 July and ends on Friday 17 July 2015. Schedule: Conferences take place between 9-12 AM and 2:00 -5:00 PM. Location: Domaine de Penthes, 18, Chemin de l’Impératrice, Geneva, Switzerland. Language: English Certificate of participation will be awarded by GIGS upon completion of the course. Modules can be arranged if someone cannot attend the whole program. Application deadline: 2nd June 2015 Participation fee: 1’200 CHF for professionals and 700 CHF for students. (The registration fee does not cover travel, accommodation, meals and health insurance fees. GIGS does not offer financial aid to attend the summer course) PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES... [-]

Switzerland , Geneva
February 2020
Full time
Campus
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