MBA International Relations and Diplomacy Online from Rwanda

Turn your ambitions into global impact with the MBA International Relations and Diplomacy, offered in exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College. Study from Rwanda without pausing your life, earn a respected British degree, and build the skills to navigate diplomacy, policy, and international strategy with confidence.

Whether you are already advancing public service, entrepreneurship, non-profit leadership, or corporate roles, this programme empowers you to think globally and act strategically. Its rigorous curriculum gives you the theoretical foundations and practical frameworks to lead across borders and cultures—preparing you to shape policy, build partnerships, and influence outcomes on a world stage.

Awarded a British degree recognised internationally

Graduate with a British master’s degree that signals quality, credibility, and high academic standards wherever your career takes you. The University of Cumbria award is respected by employers, NGOs, and public-sector institutions for its rigor and relevance in leadership, diplomacy, and international affairs.

This international recognition helps you present your expertise with confidence when collaborating with multinational partners, bidding for international roles, or seeking advancement in organisations that prize globally portable qualifications.

100% online — graduate in as little as 1 year

Designed for busy professionals, this programme can be completed entirely online—with an accelerated path that allows you to finish in as little as 12 months, depending on your personal schedule and study pace. Move efficiently from learning to impact without sacrificing momentum in your current role.

The modular structure keeps you focused, motivated, and progressing week by week, so you can achieve a meaningful career milestone faster and step confidently into your next leadership chapter.

No fixed login times or dates

Your learning fits your life. There are no mandatory live sessions that require you to be online at specific times or dates. You decide when to watch lectures, contribute to discussions, and complete assignments within clear, supportive deadlines.

This flexibility empowers you to manage work, family, and community commitments—whether your week is predictable or dynamic—while maintaining the consistency needed to reach your goal.

Study anywhere—even offline with our mobile app

Wherever you are, your campus is with you. Study from home, the office, or on the move. Our mobile app lets you download study materials and watch lectures offline, so you can keep learning even while travelling or during periods of limited connectivity.

Commutes, business trips, and time away from your desk become opportunities for progress. With resources at your fingertips, you maintain momentum without compromising your schedule.

Open-book assessments that reward real understanding

Instead of traditional memorisation-based exams, the programme uses open-book assessments that emphasise critical thinking, application, and synthesis. You learn to interpret complex information and craft evidence-based recommendations—the same skills leaders rely on in real international contexts.

Expect to analyse cases, draft policy briefs, and design negotiation strategies that demonstrate depth of understanding and practical insight. This approach develops judgement and adaptability—the hallmarks of strategic leadership in international relations and diplomacy.

Learn from faculty educated at world-renowned universities

Benefit from the guidance of tutors and faculty who graduated from leading institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their academic pedigree and global experience enrich your learning with current research and real-world perspectives.

Through expert feedback and mentoring, you sharpen your thinking, elevate your analytical skills, and expand your professional outlook—preparing you to engage confidently with senior stakeholders across sectors.

A global cohort and alumni network that opens doors

Join a diverse learning community representing 130+ countries. The cross-cultural exchange you experience in discussions and projects mirrors the realities of international collaboration, deepening your intercultural competence and expanding your professional network.

Our alumni work in organisations such as the United Nations, ICRC, The World Bank, WFP, FAO, World Vision, JCI, Google, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, and Sony.

Flexible payments that support your plans

Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, helping you invest in your future with predictable payments and no added financing costs.

This flexibility allows you to plan ahead, preserve cash flow, and align your investment with your professional and personal priorities while you study.

Why this MBA matters for professionals in Rwanda

Rwanda’s strategic positioning in the East African Community (EAC) and its focus on trade facilitation, investment promotion, and regional cooperation create opportunities for professionals who can navigate policy, partnerships, and cross-border dynamics. This MBA equips you to contribute to government agencies, development programmes, chambers of commerce, and investment promotion initiatives with the strategic and diplomatic skills needed to advance Rwanda’s international engagement.

Kigali’s growing role as a hub for international conferences, diplomacy, and development coordination offers career pathways with NGOs, international organisations, and public-private partnerships. The programme strengthens capabilities in stakeholder management, negotiation, policy analysis, and programme leadership—skills that are valuable in multilateral projects, humanitarian operations, and sustainable development initiatives.

Rwanda’s innovative private sector—from technology and fintech to tourism, aviation, agriculture, and responsible mining—benefits from leaders who understand global markets, standards, and regulatory environments. With training that spans international strategy, governance, and ethical leadership, you can support responsible sourcing, ESG initiatives, market expansion, and corporate diplomacy while representing brand Rwanda on the global stage.

Ready to take the next step? Request our course catalogue and explore how this online MBA can accelerate your impact from Rwanda to the world.