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Global Affairs Explained: Twenty-First Century Challenges

From migration, to climate change, to the rise of artificial intelligence, policymakers today face an increasingly complex set of challenges. “Global Affairs explained: Twenty-First Century Challenges” is designed to provide learners with a deeper understanding of the main challenges facing the world today. Learners will also explore how the various issues facing the world relate to one another and consider the complexities that policymakers face in trying to address them. After completing the course, learners will be able to describe key twenty-first century global challenges and explain their impacts on global affairs; assess the ways in which different twenty-first century challenges are interconnected; and evaluate the strategies policymakers use to address twenty-first century challenges.
Duration 5 Months
Institution Council on Foreign Relations
Format Online

Eligibility Criteria

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Academic Foundation

A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Council on Foreign Relations.

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Language Proficiency

English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.

Detailed Fees Breakdown

Base Tuition Fee $296
Total Est. Investment $296

Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.

Academic Trajectory

Program Outcome

Graduates of the Global Affairs Explained: Twenty-First Century Challenges program at Council on Foreign Relations are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.

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