The mission of the Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs and Diplomacy is to provide students with a broad
well-rounded education in the areas of international relations, diplomacy, international organizations,
Lebanese government and politics, regional politics, basic international law, basic international
political economy, and peace and security. The goal is to equip students with the higher educational
skills, which will enable them to fulfill their career objectives, provide society with skilled graduates
to meet diplomatic Foreign Service, and a variety of other public and private sector needs.
Program Educational Objectives
The BA program in International Affairs and Diplomacy is designed to provide students with
broad knowledge in the field. Graduates are prepared to work in several areas. These include
the Lebanese government, notably the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, international and regional
organizations, such as the United Nations and its various agencies, multinational corporations,
banking institutions, educational institutions, and, among others, media enterprises and the like.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the BA in International Affairs and Diplomacy will:
- 1.Demonstrate a clear grasp of the basic IR theories that allow them to
understand international relations and the factors shaping the behavior of states
and non-state actors in the international system.
- 2.Recognize the critical role of diplomats and diplomacy in international affairs.
- 3.Accumulate a good understanding of international organizations and be able to
pursue careers with such organizations.
- 4.Compile the necessary skills to pursue careers in diplomacy and the diplomatic service.
- 5.Develop a broad understanding of the array of political, economic, strategic, and
cultural factors that shape international politics.
Admission Requirements
All first-year applicants must complete the
Admission Requirements.
Graduation Requirements
Students seeking a Bachelor of Arts at the Department of Government and International
Relations (DGIR) must complete a total of 105 credits for all majors with an overall
average of at least 2.0/4.0 and a minimum average of 2.0/4.0 in the major requirements.