The Master of Advanced Studies in Humanitarian Action is a 10 - 12-month, full-time course of 60 ECTS credits.

The MAS is specifically designed to benefit professionals working in the humanitarian sector and related fields. The programme's core objectives focus on the acquisition of theoretical tools and practical skills applicable in the challenging context of present-day humanitarian operations. CERAH provides an open and welcoming learning environment and fosters an interactive community of students, researchers and professionals located in international Geneva and beyond. » Learn more about the objectives of the MAS

		Multidisciplinary & Interactive Postgraduate Education
		The MAS offers postgraduate-level education focused on building in-depth understanding of the central conceptual and operational aspects of humanitarian action. Teaching is multidisciplinary and interactive, with a special emphasis on the dynamics between emergency and development aid. Case studies and analyses of armed conflicts, 'natural' catastrophes and social exclusion - the three key sources of humanitarian disasters - are carried out throughout the course in seminars and lectures limited to a maximum of 30 students. » Learn more about the programme components

		Professional Community & Exchange of Experience
		The master of advanced studies is open for professionals at all career levels who work in the humanitarian sector or related to it. Participants in the MAS form part of CERAH's vibrant intercultural community, which fosters intellectual exchange between fellow students, researchers in humanitarian action, as well as experts in Geneva and in the field. The exchange of experience constitutes a central pillar of the programme and facilitates the multidisciplinary analysis of the varied challenges in contemporary humanitarian operations.

		Geneva, Global Focal Point for Humanitarian Action
		Geneva is a global focal point for the teaching and practice of humanitarian action. Home to important international organizations and numerous NGOs in the field of humanitarian action, Geneva provides a unique opportunity for the programme's participants to build and extend a professional network in the city's international and humanitarian community.

The teaching language at CERAH is essentially English. However, French-language students may take written tests and write their research report in French.

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