Overview

Master of Science (MSc) Sustainable Transformation and Multilateral Diplomacy in the United Nations System

Duration: 12 Months
Credit Hours: 180
ECTS: 90
Level: HE7
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid (Online/Onsite at different locations across the world)

Overview

The Master of Science (MSc) in United Nations System, Multilateral Diplomacy and Sustainability (MSc UNSMDS), developed by LISD, is a postgraduate programme designed to equip forward-thinking leaders to operate effectively in a globalised world through a comprehensive understanding of the institutional and operational dimensions of multilateral diplomacy. While the programme will be contextualised at global level, it will focus on the only organisation with a universal vocation, the United Nations, and the complex framework known as the United Nations system.

The programme will shed light in a comprehensive and documented manner on the multitude of multilateral organisations that have emerged over the last 80 years, whose work has touched on almost all areas of importance for international law and the multiple settings of international cooperation.

The programme will reveal not just the visible areas for which the UN offers international norms, policy guidance, and concrete forms of cooperation, but also the entire machinery less known to the general public. As the UN has an impact on almost all domains of interest from a global perspective (outer space, the high seas, climate change, human settlements, civil aviation, maritime navigation, human rights, sustainable development, meteorology, communications, intellectual property, education, the peaceful uses of atomic energy, labour standards, and many other actions related to development and the delivery of public goods), the programme will offer learners a deep understanding of how 193 Member States use the UN system to balance their national interests and the supply of global goods.

Graduates will become knowledgeable and resourceful professionals and, above all, conscientious citizens of the world, capable of understanding and using the potential of the UN system for the benefit of peoples, developing countries, and humankind as a whole.

A One of-a-Kind Initiative

The special programme on Multilateral Diplomacy offers a transformative learning experience that broadens the knowledge horizons of students, public servants, entrepreneurs, civil society activists, and liberal professionals within the geostrategic context, while framing national perspectives within the existing norms of international law and international cooperation.
The programme will equip students to understand Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals in their very conceptual birthplace – the UN, as a result of a long-standing tradition of multilateral diplomacy, which synthesises in an ambitious programmatic document not only the will of 193 Member States but also the views of key actors of the private sector and civil society.

The development mandate of the UN will be considered historically in its dynamic evolution, from its inception to the current configuration, in a dual approach. On the one hand, a horizontal perspective, as shaped by successive decisions of Member States in the complex landscape of all Charter principal organs as well as funds, programmes, and specialised agencies. On the other hand, a vertical perspective, as a hierarchical relationship between Member States as decision-makers, on one side, and the secretariat and international staff as public servants, on the other side.

The intellectual construct proposed by the programme will not be just an academic one. It will be built on the professional experience of a practitioner, with 30 years of work with the United Nations from a fourfold institutional perspective: national representation to organisations based in New York and Geneva, the relationship between a regional organisation and the United Nations, system-wide intimate knowledge from an independent oversight posture, and the governmental coordination of United Nations operational activities in the field. Students will be guided through the plethora of UN entities and the patterns of cooperation with non-state actors, businesses, and civil society organisations. The concept of reform will be examined in many of its forms, from statements to actions, in institutional or conceptual forms.

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Learning Outcomes

Understand the current status, responsibilities, and influence of multilateral diplomacy in connection with its historical roots.
Understand the current mechanisms of multilateral interaction, cooperation, negotiation, and decision-making.
Identify the main forms of policy declarations and plans of action adopted at the international level. Understand the differences between international binding treaties, soft law, customary law, political commitments, and cooperation settings.
Understand the way international norms in all forms affect the current life of contemporary societies and individuals.
Identify the ways available for non-state actors to link directly to United Nations global action or practice in the field.
Develop conceptual and practical guidance on how the framework of multilateral diplomacy can be used to promote initiatives relevant at the global level.

Knowledge and Understanding

Develop the capacity to identify the links between international law and national legislation and policies.
Provide examples and analyses of how multilateral diplomacy is responding to changes in the geopolitical environment and the growing influence of non-state actors.
Understand how interdependence and multidisciplinary are reflected in the work of the United Nations.
Understand the specific responsibilities and mandates of various United Nations entities so that interaction with them is used efficiently.
Understand the nature of the SDGs, conceived as a global programmatic action meant to facilitate effective relationships among governments, international organisations, and other stakeholders.
Identify, in due time, the trends and emerging norms developed in UN negotiation frameworks.
Anticipate and influence multilateral negotiations at national and international levels.
Assimilate and use international terminology used in new areas of cooperation, such as new technologies, environmental standards, and human rights.
Equip future leaders, entrepreneurs, academics, and researchers with adequate research tools, knowledge of official sources of information, and research dissemination channels.
Understand the legal and practical links between the United Nations and regional organisations or other organisations with multilateral membership.

Cognitive, Intellectual or Thinking Skills

Critically analyse the structures, processes, and functions of multilateral diplomacy within the UN system.
Evaluate the interaction between international law, global governance, and national policy frameworks.
Synthesise complex political, legal, and institutional information in relation to global challenges.
Assess the effectiveness of multilateral negotiations, agreements, and policy outcomes.
Compare and contrast different approaches to global governance and international cooperation.
Develop reasoned arguments on contemporary issues in international relations and sustainable development.
Interpret emerging trends and norms within the UN and broader multilateral system.

Practical, Professional or Subject-specific Skills

Understand the overall institutional landscape of the UN system that offers opportunities for recruitment, consultancy, or procurement.
Develop the capacity to turn active association with UN activities into a comparative advantage in the market.
Understand burden-sharing and specific responsibilities in international bureaucracies.
Discern the differences between UN entities from a strictly institutional perspective and under international law.
Understand the goals and the key actors in the implementation of Agenda 2030 for SD.
Identify and use common interests and areas of mutual advantage among intergovernmental multilateral organisations, civil society organisations, and responsible businesses.

Technical or Information Technology Skills

Use digital platforms and UN information systems for research, data retrieval, and policy analysis.
Analyse and interpret international datasets related to sustainable development, governance, and multilateral processes.
Prepare professional reports, policy briefs, and presentations using appropriate digital tools.
Apply data visualisation techniques to communicate complex multilateral information effectively.
Navigate official UN databases, documentation systems, and online negotiation resources.

Transferable, Key or Personal Skills

Demonstrate critical thinking in analysing multilateral policies and global governance issues.
Communicate effectively in professional and intercultural contexts.
Work collaboratively in diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
Apply problem-solving skills in complex international and policy environments.
Demonstrate ethical awareness and responsibility in global decision-making contexts.
Manage time, research tasks, and independent learning effectively.

Programme Structure

Support for Student Learning

The programme provides comprehensive support to ensure a successful and engaging learning experience:

Academic Support – Online tutorials, workshops, and one-to-one guidance help students develop knowledge, research skills, and assessment strategies.
Technical Support – Access to the online learning platform, digital tools, and software enables effective study, data analysis, and assignment work.
Personal and Professional Development – Mentoring, career services, and skills workshops support leadership, employability, and professional growth.
Inclusive Learning Environment – Support is provided for diverse learning needs, including study skills, wellbeing, and accessibility accommodations.
Feedback and Continuous Improvement – Regular, constructive feedback on assignments, discussion contributions, quizzes, and presentations encourages reflective learning and academic progression.

Programme Structure

The programme requires the successful completion of 180 credits at Level 7 (HE7), including a Capstone Project, for the award of the MSc UNMDS. It prepares professionals to engage effectively in today’s complex and evolving international environment, combining rigorous academic study with practical application, interdisciplinary learning, and a global perspective on multilateral diplomacy, international cooperation, and United Nations system practice.

Component	Credit Hours
Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses	30
Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence	30
Module Three: Foundation of Multilateral Diplomacy and the United Nations System	30
Module Four: Advanced Multilateral Diplomacy and the United Nations System	30
Capstone Project	60
Total Credits	180

Exit Points

The programme includes exit points, allowing students to leave with a recognised qualification based on the number of credits completed:

Credits Completed	Qualification Awarded	Duration
60	Postgraduate Certificate in United Nations System, Multilateral Diplomacy and Sustainability	3 months
120	Postgraduate Diploma in United Nations System, Multilateral Diplomacy and Sustainability	6 months

Exit points provide students with formal credentials even if they do not complete the full programme, recognising the learning achieved up to that stage.

Components of Modules

Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses

Globalisation, Global Market Place, Development and Sustainability Transitions
Foundations of Sustainability and SD
The Evolution of the Concept of Development in the History of the UN System
Understanding the UN 2030 Agenda and SDGs
Human Capital for Sustainability: Education and Health Systems
Climate Governance, Environmental Risk, and Corporate Sustainability
Energy Transition: Renewable Energy and the Nuclear Debate
The AI Carbon Footprint: Data Centres, E-Waste, and Resource Scarcity
Sustainable Urban Development, Heritage and Tourism
Accounting and Financial Literacy for Non-Finance Managers

Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence

Digitisation and Digital Transformation
AI Transformation and Modernisation
The Emergence of International Norms on AI and Ethics
AI for SD and SDGs Achievement
Generative AI and the Future of Circular Economy
DS and ML: Predictive Modelling for Environmental Impact
Robotics and Autonomous Systems for Sustainable Manufacturing
FinTech and Digital Financial Systems for SD
Creativity and Creative Entrepreneurship in the Digital Economy
KM and Knowledge-Based Economy

Module Three: Foundation of Multilateral Diplomacy and the United Nations System

Section I. Conceptual evolution: Context, history, adaptation

Once upon a time there was a concert. Origins of multilateral diplomacy
From the law of force to the force of law. The heritage of the League of Nations
Thinking of peace in times of war. The birth of the United Nations Charter
A new balance of power. Main changes in the United Nations politics
Old wine in new bottles? Reforming the United Nations
The soft power of the world organisation. United Nations concepts of global governance

Section II. A guide inside the institutional framework.

A short journey through the labyrinth. What is the United Nations system?
A complex world, a complex organisation. The nature and the thematic areas of the subsidiary organs.
On the stage and behind the scenes. The taxonomy of the United Nations meetings. Procedures and voting.
Taxation vs. representation in the United Nations system. An objective view on the assessed contributions to the regular budget.

Module Four: Advanced Multilateral Diplomacy and the United Nations System

Section III. From concepts to action. Case studies

Understanding the international law. Deeper analysis of some key Articles of the UN Charter.
The codification of the international law of human rights
Substantive analysis of an advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice
Engaging non-state actors. The Ottawa process and the Global Compact
Agenda 2030 and other global agendas

Section IV. What diplomats do? Practical activities

Textual analysis of a United Nations resolution
Writing a statement for the in the General Assembly or the Security Council
Drafting a General Assembly resolution
Negotiating a resolution for Security Council

Module Five: Capstone Project

Key Stages of the Capstone Project:

Project Proposal Development: Formulation of a research or policy proposal addressing a real-world multilateral diplomacy or United Nations system challenge.
Literature and Policy Review: Critical review of academic literature, United Nations documentation, and international policy sources on multilateral diplomacy and global governance.
Methodology Design: Selection of appropriate research or policy analysis methods, using international legal and institutional frameworks.
Data Collection and Analysis: Application of qualitative and quantitative methods to generate insights on international relations and multilateral processes.
Findings and Discussion: Interpretation of results in relation to global governance, international cooperation, and United Nations system practice.
Conclusions and Recommendations: Development of practical, evidence-based policy recommendations for international organisations and Member States.
Publication and Dissemination: Preparation of the project for professional presentation or publication to demonstrate applied impact in multilateral diplomacy and global governance.

Assessment

Assessment Strategy

The MSc UNSMDS employs a diverse and integrated assessment strategy to evaluate students’ knowledge, cognitive abilities, practical competencies, and professional development in the field of multilateral diplomacy and global governance. Assessment methods include:

Capstone Project: An independent, research-based or consultancy-style project requiring students to integrate and apply the knowledge and skills developed throughout the programme to a real-world issue in multilateral diplomacy, international cooperation, or United Nations system practice. This assesses critical thinking, research capability, policy analysis, problem-solving, and professional communication.
Assignments: Written coursework, including essays, policy briefs, case analyses, and applied research reports, designed to assess critical evaluation, analytical reasoning, and the application of theory to contemporary issues in multilateral diplomacy and international governance.
Discussion Forums: Online contributions and peer interactions used to evaluate engagement, reflective thinking, and the ability to articulate, defend, and debate ideas in a professional and collaborative international learning environment.
Online Quizzes: Short formative and summative assessments to test knowledge, understanding, and application of key concepts in multilateral diplomacy, international law, global governance, and the United Nations system.
Presentations: Individual or group presentations to assess professional communication, strategic insight, analytical thinking, and the ability to present complex international issues clearly to diverse audiences.

All assessments are conducted online and submitted through the official learning platform provided to students.

Assessment Policies

All assessments, including capstone Project, assignments, discussion forums, online quizzes, and presentations, are conducted in accordance with institutional policies, ensuring fairness, transparency, and academic integrity.
The programme uses a mix of formative and summative assessments to support learning, provide feedback, and allow opportunities for improvement.
Late submissions, plagiarism, and other forms of academic misconduct are managed through formal procedures and may affect progression or award classification.
Students are required to meet minimum performance standards across all modules and assessment types in order to achieve the overall qualification.

Grade Bands and Classifications

Final grades are awarded based on aggregated performance across assessments, using a percentage system at LISD.

LISD Grading System

Classification	Percentage Range	UK Grade	GPA (approx.)	Description
Distinction	70–100%	A	3.7–4.0	Excellent
Merit	60–69%	B	3.3–3.6	Very Good
Pass	50–59%	C	2.7–3.2	Satisfactory
Fail	Below 50%	F	0.0–2.6	Fail / Unsatisfactory

Marks Distribution for the Course

Assessment Type	Weighting
Capstone Project	50%
Assignment	20%
Discussion Forum/Presentation	20%
Online Quiz	10%
Total	100%

Assessment Rubrics and Weightings

Capstone Project Rubric (50%)
Word Limit: 5,000 words ±10% (excluding references and appendices)

Criteria	Description
Understanding of Topic	Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of multilateral diplomacy, international organisations, global governance, and the UN system.
Application to the UN System and SDGs	Effectively applies relevant UN SDGs and demonstrates clear understanding of how multilateral diplomacy supports sustainable development and international cooperation.
Analysis and Critical Thinking	Provides in-depth analysis, critical evaluation, and well-reasoned arguments addressing a real-world issue in multilateral diplomacy, international relations, or UN system practice.
Project Design and Methodology	Develops a clear and appropriate research or policy design, including methodology, analytical tools, and implementation approaches relevant to international organisations and multilateral frameworks.
Innovation and Problem-Solving	Demonstrates originality and strategic thinking in proposing feasible, ethical, and contextually relevant solutions to global governance or diplomatic challenges.
Structure and Organisation	Well-structured with a clear abstract, introduction, literature review, methodology, findings, discussion, conclusion, and references in Harvard style.
Use of Sources	Uses a wide range of relevant academic, policy, and institutional sources, including UN documentation, accurately and consistently.
Academic Writing	Clear, coherent, and professional use of English with an appropriate academic tone and accurate referencing.
Presentation and Communication	Effectively communicates findings and recommendations in a clear, structured, and professional manner suitable for international policy contexts.

Publication Opportunity
Students who achieve a score of 70% or above in the Capstone Project may be offered the opportunity to work with the academic team to further develop their project for potential publication in a recognised WASD journal, subject to meeting the required academic and editorial standards.

Assignment Rubric (20%)
Word Limit: 2,500 words ±10% (excluding references and appendices)

Criteria	Description
Understanding of Topic	Demonstrates clear knowledge of multilateral diplomacy, international organisations, global governance, and relevant policy frameworks.
Application to the UN System and SDGs	Effectively links content to the UN SDGs and multilateral cooperation frameworks.
Analysis and Critical Thinking	Shows logical analysis, evaluation, and well-reasoned arguments.
Structure and Organisation	Well-structured, with clear abstract, introduction, methodology (where appropriate), analysis, conclusion, and references in Harvard style.
Use of Sources	Uses appropriate academic, policy, and institutional references accurately and consistently, including UN sources.
Academic Writing	Clear, accurate, and professional use of English with an appropriate academic tone.

Discussion Forum / Presentation (20%)

Discussion Forum

Criteria	Description
Participation	Regular and timely contributions to discussions.
Relevance	Contributions are relevant to multilateral diplomacy, international governance, and the learning outcomes.
Engagement	Responds constructively to peers, demonstrating collaborative learning.
Critical Insight	Demonstrates analytical, reflective, and policy-relevant contributions.
Communication	Clear, respectful, and professional written communication.

Presentation

Criteria	Description
Content Quality	Relevant, accurate, and well-researched content within the context of multilateral diplomacy and international governance.
Application to Practice	Effectively links theory to real-world diplomatic challenges and international policy-making.
Clarity and Structure	Logical flow with clearly communicated key points.
Delivery	Confident, clear, and professional communication.
Visual Aids	Effective use of slides or supporting digital materials.

Online Quiz (10%)

Criteria	Description
Knowledge Recall	Demonstrates understanding of key concepts in multilateral diplomacy, international law, and global governance.
Accuracy	Provides correct responses to questions.
Time Management	Completes the assessment within the allocated time.
Consistency	Maintains consistent performance across attempts.

Assessment Submission and Mode of Delivery

All assessments will be conducted online and must be submitted through the official online platform provided to students.
Clear instructions and submission deadlines will be communicated in advance.
Students are responsible for ensuring that all work is submitted in the required format and within the specified timeframe.

Target Participants

The MBA in Public Health and Sustainability is a postgraduate degree that provides a comprehensive understanding of the management and partnership working to deliver health and wellbeing outcomes for the SDGs. It equips professionals with the vision and tools to make informed decisions and lead effectively within complex and rapidly evolving global and local environments.

The MBA in Public Health and Sustainability at the London Institute of Sustainable Development (LISD) integrates the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 1–17) within a management and public health context, with a strong emphasis on ethical decision-making, responsible leadership, and sustainable personal effectiveness. Students explore areas relevant to public health such as the power dynamics affecting communities and shaping inequalities, health system priorities, economics and information systems, quality improvement methods, research and evaluation.

The curriculum is strongly aligned with the UN SDGs, preparing graduates to lead with purpose, resilience, and a commitment to ethical, digitally enabled, and environmentally responsible partnerships with communities.

Facilitators

The programme will be facilitated by the best experts from all over the world to provide participants within the public and private sectors worldwide with the best scientific and management solutions to implement effective public policy in their organisations to achieve the United Nations 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The facilitators will be on hand to guide you through the material and will expect you to bring personal experience and reflection on the topics covered. Group work will also be required for participants to engage in the workshop. Such activity allows participants to embed the new knowledge within their experience through active discussion and challenge.

Dr Rawad Hammad (London - UK) is a computer scientist with 20 years of experience in academic research, teaching, industry and leadership. Research interests include the use of Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and disruptive technologies for Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL), e-health and Smart Cities. His expertise lies in the application of innovative technologies from Artificial Intelligence, Semantics, Business Process Management, and Data Management in multi-disciplinary application domains including TEL and e-health. Rawad is the leader of two MSc Programmes and a Technology-Enhanced Learning Research Group. He is also co-director and co-founder of a newly established Smart Health Centre at the University of East London. Moreover, Rawad has been working on large-scale collaborative EU and international projects such as: DECUMANUS, TRANSFER and SmartTech which established collaboration with international partners from UK, Japan, Germany, Finland, the EU and the Middle East. Moreover, Rawad delivered a few keynote speeches and received a considerable number of research awards, the latest was the outstanding paper 2021 by Emerald Publishing. He is an executive committee member of the international society of Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIED), and a panel member of different research journal/conference communities such as EC-TEL, IARIA, WASD, MEKEI, in addition to IEEE, ACM.

Professor Arshi Naim (London - UK) is recognised among the Top 2% Scientists globally by Stanford University and Elsevier, is a distinguished academic with over 23 years of experience in business management, digital marketing, higher education, quality assurance, and academic leadership. A prolific researcher, she has published 115+ Scopus-indexed papers in high impact journals and contributed to academic books with leading publishers such as Wiley, Springer, Elsevier, Emerald, Taylor & Francis, IGI Global, Nova Science, and Bentham Science.

Professor Allam Ahmed (London - UK) is a Professor of Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development; Co-Founder of SMART KM MODEL: An Integrated Knowledge Management Framework for Organizational Excellence and led the implementation of the first of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa Knowledge Management Framework Musharaka. Founding President of WASD; SDGs Universities Initiative; Middle Eastern Knowledge Economy Institute; Fellow Faculty of Public Health, UK; Fellow Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK; and Fellow Academy of World Business, Marketing and Management Development, Australia. Prior to QMUL, Prof. Ahmed spent 15 years at the University of Sussex Science Policy Research Unit (1st science and policy think tank in the UK) where he established and led Sussex’s most successful postgraduate programme MSc International Management.

Ambassador (Ret) Dr Petru Dumitriu (Geneve - Switzerland) is a Former Ambassador and Permanent Observer of the Council of Europe to the United Nations in Geneva. Currently Senior Fellow and Lecturer on Multilateral Diplomacy postgraduate courses, Diplo Foundation/University of Malta. Former member of the United Nations Joint Inspection Unit and Editor of numerous reports including: Strengthening the policy research uptake in service of the 2030 Agenda for SD, Role of PPPs in the Implementation of Agenda 2030, Knowledge Management in the UN System

Dr Ibrahim Alfaki (UAE) is an Associate Professor of statistics in the Department of Statistics and Business Analytics at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). His research focuses on applied econometrics, spatial and statistical modeling, and data-driven policy analysis, with particular applications in road safety systems, economic and financial analytics, and the measurement of knowledge-based economies. His work emphasises the use of quantitative and data analytics methods, such as time series and econometric modeling, to support evidence-based decision-making and institutional performance evaluation. Professor Alfaki has contributed to national policy research, including the UAE Human Development Reports, in collaboration with government and international organizations. He has also served on the Scientific Committee of the Abu Dhabi Statistics Centre. In addition, he is a member of editorial advisory boards of several international journals, including WJEMSD, WJSTSD, and IJIKMMENA. His work reflects a sustained contribution to statistical applications in sustainable development and public policy.

Miryem Salah (London - UK) is the director for Digital, Data & AI Transformation, Managing Director for the MSP sales channel of Vodafone Business IT hubs at VodafoneThree.Having led on major transformation across IT, digital, data, analytics and AI globally in private, public sectors. Miryem operates at the intersection of strategy, execution, culture, and impact-the space where she has consistently delivered the greatest value. She brings end‑to‑end ownership: setting direction, aligning capital and talent, and taking full accountability for outcomes. Her experience spans sectors and geographies, with leadership across the full enterprise agenda. Miryem brings strong financial and commercial acumen, with deep expertise in capital allocation, business case development, operating model design, and benefits realisation. She has led complex, multinational organisations through change under pressure-modernising infrastructure, integrating cultures, and delivering measurable improvements in customer experience, efficiency, and profitability. Building high‑performing, inclusive leadership teams with clarity, pace, and accountability. She is deeply committed to sustainability, diversity, and developing future leaders. Miryem is known for authentic leadership, decisive action, and strong stakeholder engagement at the shareholder, board & investor level.

Professor Dhiya Al-Jumeily OBE (Liverpool - UK) has 30+ years experience in artificial intelligence and machine learning. In 2020, Prof Al-Jumeily was appointed by her majesty “THE QUEEN to the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, “OBE- Ordinary Officers of the Civil Division of the said Most Excellent Order” for the “Services to Scientific Research”. Within healthcare field Prof Al-Jumeily developed SMART applications for disease diagnosis and management that are currently used by patients in the UK, UAE and Iraq. On the scientific community level, Prof Al-Jumeily established the eSystems Engineering Society (eSES) that has contributors from researchers and scientists at worldwide. The eSES activities include intelligent patient management system; datasets and databanks; DeSE annual and international conference; accredited professional courses; and the International Journal of Data Science and Advanced Analytics. On the research funding level, Prof Al-Jumeily attracted more than £7.5M of funding and published >350 publications.

Professor Mary He (Manchester - UK) is Professor of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Robotics in the School of Science, Engineering, and Environment at the University of Salford and Turing Liaison Academic for membership of the Salford Turing University Network. She is a passionate advocate of AI and an expert in human-centred AI for trustworthy robotics and trustworthy autonomous systems (TRAS). She has also done a lot of research in cognitive cybersecurity, data science, computational theory and optimisation. She was a senior embedded systems engineer at Motorola Design House in China. Mary is Chair of the task force of AI and Edge Computing for TRAS on the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society's Technical Committee on Adaptive and Dynamic Programming and Reinforcement Learning and Chair of the IEEE UK & Ireland RAS Chapter.

Professor Manuel Frutos-Perez (Cambridge - UK) is the Chief Academic Officer at the digital division of Cambridge Education Group. He leads the strategic planning process across a wide portfolio of Higher Education partnerships, with a focus on international market intelligence, academic excellence, and outstanding learner support. He is also a Visiting Professor in Online Education and Digital Innovation at the University of Hull, UK, and a Visiting Professor in Digital Learning at the Academic Practice Directorate, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK. Manuel is an international technology expert promoting the advancement of learning and teaching in Higher Education, and regularly delivers thought leadership keynotes at international events.

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To register/enquire about this course and all our various comprehensive list of courses and workshops and if you have any question and/or if you would like to request a training workshop/program not listed in our portfolio please contact our Academic Director Professor Arshi Naim at: arshi@wasd.org.uk with a copy to admin@wasd.org.uk.

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Registration and Fees

Included in the course fee, the following learning materials will be provided:

Admission to all sessions.
All overhead slides (PDF).
Case studies (print and video).
Full access to WASD Sustainability Library including all volumes of World Sustainable Development Outlook book series.
Certificate of completion.

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MSc Sustainable Transformation and Multilateral Diplomacy in the United Nations System

Overview

Overview

A One of-a-Kind Initiative

Related Sustainable Development Goals

Related Courses

Location

Country/Regions

Social Networks

Related Sustainable Development Goals

What will you learn

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding

Cognitive, Intellectual or Thinking Skills

Practical, Professional or Subject-specific Skills

Technical or Information Technology Skills

Transferable, Key or Personal Skills

Programme Structure

Support for Student Learning

The programme provides comprehensive support to ensure a successful and engaging learning experience:

Programme Structure

Module One: Global Sustainability Challenges and Strategic Responses

Module Two: Digital Transformation, Innovation and Organisational Excellence

Module Three: Foundation of Multilateral Diplomacy and the United Nations System

Module Four: Advanced Multilateral Diplomacy and the United Nations System

Module Five: Capstone Project

Assessment

Assessment Strategy

Assessment Policies

Grade Bands and Classifications

LISD Grading System

Marks Distribution for the Course

Assessment Rubrics and Weightings

Assessment Submission and Mode of Delivery

Target Participants

Facilitators

Contact Us

Registration and Fees

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