Custom-designed training

Training is the cornerstone of the Humanitarian and Development Programme. Courses are built on research findings and lessons learned through experimentation and action, and aim to build strategic capacity for professionals in the humanitarian and development sector.

The Humanitarian and Development Programme offers custom-designed training course that can be held on-site or in IRIS facilities.

IRIS, a training expert

For over 15 years, IRIS has made its knowledge and expertise available to professionals through its training courses. Courses are designed to provide students with insight into contemporary geopolitical issues. Lecture series are organised throughout the year to give students the opportunity to hone their analytic skills and discuss with experts.

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The IRIS Sup’ school also offers degree programmes for professionals. There are five courses in a year over the course of eight months. With working professionals in mind, courses are organised two days a week. There are also two distance education courses for students to work at their own pace in a structured learning environment.

IRIS offers a number of short-term, skills-development programmes as well.

 Through the IRIS Sup’ school, the Institute offers Master’s degree programmes in “International Programme Management” and “Humanitarian Action: Strategic Issues and Project Management” [both in French] for the humanitarian leaders of tomorrow.

The Humanitarian and Development Programme also offers professional development courses in “Bargaining strategies and tools” and “Project lifecycle management”.

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