The Geneva Graduate Institute invites policy and practice partners to apply for the opportunity to have first-year master's students conduct Applied Research Projects (ARPs) on its behalf. These projects centre on issues related to international development and international relations.
Application deadline: 31st July 2024
Project duration: beginning of October 2024 to mid-May 2025
Overview
Applied Research Projects (ARPs) are a key element of the MINT programme, offering students the opportunity to apply their analytical and research skills to practical, policy-relevant issues. Through ARPs, students work in small groups under the supervision of Graduate Institute faculty to provide high-quality research for partner organisations.
Student Responsibilities:
- Develop project Terms of Reference and frame research questions
- Carry out literature reviews and design methodologies
- Carry out original research and analyse primary data
- Writing preliminary and final analytical reports
- Present final research results
The ARP process emphasises teamwork, collaboration, professionalism, effective communication and problem-solving.
Partner Organisations
Organisations that address global issues are invited to sponsor an ARP. Partners are expected to mentor and support students, ensuring that research is relevant to policy and practice.
Partner responsibilities:
- Provide a general framework for the research project
- Attend approximately four meetings with the students
- Provide feedback and validate results (Terms of Reference, Literature Review, Methodology, Preliminary and Final Reports)
- Watch the final presentation
Application process:
- Send registration form to ARP partner until 31 July 2024.
- Screening and Selection:
- Successful candidates will be contacted by mid-September 2024.
- The organisations selected must adhere to the Geneva Graduate Institute's Code of Conduct and sign a partnership agreement.
How to apply
Interested organisations should complete the ARP Partner Application Form HERE until 31 July 2024.
This competitive process seeks out organisations committed to providing students with technical knowledge and professional learning opportunities, while helping them connect with leading experts in the field.
By becoming ARP Partners, organisations can benefit from innovative research and, at the same time, contribute to the professional growth of the next generation of international relations and development specialists. Don't miss this opportunity to collaborate with the Geneva Graduate Institute and make a significant impact on global issues.
