Programme overview
The Global Engagement and Internationalisation of Higher Education Master of Public Administration (MPA) programme is designed for higher education professionals seeking to strategically lead internationalisation, partnerships, innovation, and institutional development processes in a global higher education environment. The programme focuses on integrating higher education policy, internationalisation, digital transformation, and sustainability into evidence-informed and values-based decision-making.
What makes this programme distinctive?
- Partnership with the International Association of Universities (IAU) – the programme is developed and delivered in cooperation with the International Association of Universities, bringing together global expertise, international academic networks, and diverse regional perspectives.
- One-year flexible study model – a blended learning format allows professionals to combine studies with their careers through primarily online learning complemented by international in-person sessions.
- Practice-oriented learning – the programme addresses real institutional challenges related to internationalisation strategies, mobility, partnerships, quality assurance, AI, and digital transformation.
- Applied research thesis – instead of a purely theoretical thesis, students develop an applied project focused on sustainable institutional change and real organisational impact.
- Micro-credentials and IAU certificates – selected modules may be taken as stand-alone micro-credentials or as part of the IAU certificate, either of which may be accumulated and applied towards the full degree.
Who is the programme for?
The programme is intended for professionals with at least three years of managerial experience in higher education.
It is particularly relevant for:
- international relations and partnership coordinators,
- strategy, quality assurance, research and study administration professionals,
- higher education policy and project experts,
- leaders and professionals aiming to strengthen competencies in global engagement and international cooperation.
As the programme is designed for experienced higher education professionals, the learning process is built not only on academic knowledge, but also on the exchange of professional experience, peer learning, and collaborative reflection on real institutional challenges. Participants bring diverse perspectives from different countries, higher education systems, and organisational contexts, creating an international learning environment where knowledge is co-created through dialogue, critical discussion, and practice-based problem-solving.
This approach enables participants not only to deepen their understanding of internationalisation processes, but also to critically reflect on their own institutional realities, compare global practices, and develop sustainable and context-sensitive solutions applicable to their professional environments.
Value for students and institutions
The programme prepares a new generation of higher education leaders capable of navigating complex, multicultural, and rapidly changing global environments. Students develop competencies in strategic internationalisation, partnership management, innovation leadership, and sustainable institutional development.
For institutions, the programme creates direct value through applied student projects addressing real organisational challenges such as internationalisation strategies, digital transformation, quality assurance, and partnership development.
Programme structure
Admission Requirements
Required documents:
- Bachelor degree or equivalent first university degree diploma with a minimum study duration of 3 years is required (for graduates from Indian or Bangladeshi education systems, a degree with a minimum study duration of 4 years is required.)
- Academic transcripts of each study year
- Document proving English language level
- Proof of at least 3-years work experience in a higher-education position
- Letter of recommendation
- Passport copy
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certificate of Employment
Provided documents must be in color, have no cut corners (high quality scan).
