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Master in Negotiation
The Master in Negotiation at Universidad Europea in Valencia is a 10-month programme designed to equip you with the skills to be able to adjust your leadership strategy to any given environment.
The curriculum of the master in global leadership is designed alongside our partner, United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), and includes areas such as decision-making, negotiation, conflict resolution, and risk management. Many of those who complete this master go on to enjoy successful careers in politics, in diplomacy, and within large organistions, NGOs, and consulting firms.
Private degree issued by Universidad Europea de Valencia
Blended | Classes in English | Valencia | 10 months, 60 ECTS | Start: 17 oct. 2025 | School of Social Sciences and Communication |
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Study plan
What will you learn on the Master’s?
Learn all of the techniques necessary to become a a sucessful leader and negotiator in differnent environments.
Syllabus structure
Module I. Introduction to Leadership
Introduction to Leadership - 5 ECTS
Module II. The Process of Decision-Making
The Process of Decision-Making - 5 ECTS
Module III. Leadership Skills and Risk Management
Leadership Skills and Risk Management - 5 ECTS
Module IV. Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination
Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination - 5 ECTS
Module V Negotiation Skills and Techniques
Negotiation Skills and Techniques - 5 ECTS
Module VI. Overcoming Negotiation Deadlocks
Overcoming Negotiation Deadlocks - 5 ECTS
Module VII. Conference Diplomacy and Multilateral Negotiations
Conference Diplomacy and Multilateral Negotiations - 5 ECTS
Module VIII. Mediation, Conflict Resolution and Difficult Conversations
Mediation, Conflict Resolution and Difficult Conversations - 5 ECTS
Module IX. Training Workshop: Public Speaking and Media Relations
Training Workshop: Public Speaking and Media Relations - 5 ECTS
Module X. Transversal Project Presentation por Humanitarian Negotiation Strategies with a UN Specialist
Transversal Project Presentation por Humanitarian Negotiation Strategies with a UN Specialist - 5 ECTS
Module XI. Final Research Paper
Final Research Paper - 10 ECTS
Employability
Professional Opportunities
The Master's programme in International Leadership and Negotiation seeks to produce professionals capable of excelling as diplomats, United Nations officials and other international organisations civil servants, experts, consultants and advisors at organisations with international operations (NGOs, mediation organisations, consulting firms, etc.), international project managers at government agencies, etc.
Admissions
Start your future at Universidad Europea
You can become a student at Universidad Europea in three easy steps.
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Admission exams
Start your admission process by calling +34 961043883 or request information and our advisors will contact you.
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Place reservation
Once you have been admitted, secure your place by paying the reservation fee.
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Enrollment
Submit the required documents to formalise your enrollment.
Scholarships and financial aid
We want to help you. If you want to study at the Universidad Europea, you will have at your disposal a wide selection of own and official scholarships.
Credit recognition and transfers
You don’t have to stick with something you don’t like. That’s why we’ve designed specific plans for credit recognition and transfers.
Request your online credit recognition review, transfer your academic file and start studying at Universidad Europea.
Admissions Process
Admissions to the Graduate School at Universidad Europea are open year-round, although registration in any of its programmes is subject to the number of spaces available.
If you would like to receive personalised advice from the Graduate Admissions team, you can visit us at our campus (Paseo de la Alameda 7 ), or contact us via:
Telephone: (+34) 96 104 3883

Come and see the campus
Get to know the facilities and discover why Universidad Europea is made for you.
Our professors
Classes will be taught by professors with proven international experience in leadership, negotiation, and diplomacy.
Our professors
- Jorge Mestre
Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations from the London School of Economics and a Master in Global Diplomacy from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS, University of London). Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism. He has worked for over five years at the Council of Europe and as an advisor for conflict resolution in Eastern Europe. His lines of research are diplomacy, negotiation, and international sanctions. - Amine Mesdoua
Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Politics and International Studies and a Master's Degree in International Relations, both from the University of Warwick. He has worked for over six years at the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, developing complex capacity-building projects with governments, academia, civil society and the private sector. - Fernando Villalonga.
Ambassador of Spain - Nicolás Pascual de la Parte.
Ambassador of Spain - Anton Morozov.
Diplomat of the Russian Federation at the UN-New York. - Petr Sich.
Head of the Council of Europe Office in Moscow. - Javier Hurtado.
President of the Democrat Youth Community of Europe (DEMYC) - Jérôme L'host.
Senior Consultant UNITAR - Merixtell Martell.
Founder and Director of Merience - Cindy Hancock.
OD-ETDP Facilitator - Alexandre Tavadian.
Head of NSPO/NSPA Legal Advisor Office
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do with a masters in Leadership?
A masters in Leadership and Negotiation will allow you to develop many transferable skills that can be applied in different situations, sectors, and industries, so you can be a change maker in any organisation or company. The programme at Universidad Europea is designed for those who aim for roles in the international relations sector, working as diplomats or within the United Nations, for example.
Is a masters of Leadership worth it?
Yes! If you study a masters in Leadership, you will gain valuable skills such as communication, learn how to negotiate and more. In addition, as an international programme, you will study alongside students from all over the world, offering you an opportunity to expand your professional and personal network.
How long is a master in Negotiation?
The master in Leadership and Negotiation at Universidad Europea last for 10 months and consists of 60 ECTS. As part of the programme, you will work alongside our partner UNITAR, an institution that is part of the UN and whose aim is to train future leaders. In addition, you can also take part in a trip to Geneva to get to know first-hand the inner workings of the UN.
What will I study on a master in Leadership and Negotiation?
This master is focused on the field of international relations and the study plan is tailored as so. If you choose to study this programme, some of the subjects you will cover include:
- The decision-making process
- Leadership skills and risk management
- Negotiation skills and techniques
- How to overcome deadlocks in a negotiation
- Mediation and conflict resolution