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EDU Partner, 'Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs' (AIDIA) to launch Master's program with Kathmandu University (KU)

Kathmandu University (KU), School of Arts, and the Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs (AIDIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to conduct a Master’s program in International Affairs, Economy and Diplomacy (MIAED).

EDU.INT PRESS

26 Mar 2026

The objective of this collaboration is to develop a new generation of leaders capable of addressing the evolving economic and diplomatic landscape of the 21st century. The MIAED program will combine academic rigor with practical experience, leveraging AIDIA’s global professional network and KU’s academic excellence.

 

According to the agreement, KU will serve as the academic partner, taking responsibility for quality assurance, academic standards, and degree conferral. AIDIA will ensure a globally relevant and practice-oriented learning experience through its innovative teaching methodology, international networks, and program delivery mechanisms.

 

The program will adopt an experiential learning approach that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical diplomatic practice. A hybrid faculty model – bringing together distinguished scholars and experienced practitioners – will be supported by modern, technology-enabled learning environments to meet contemporary academic and professional demands.

 

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Pyakurel stated that the collaboration reflects KU’s commitment to academic innovation and global engagement.


Graduates of the program will be eligible to apply for an INTER-GOVERNMENTAL CERTIFICATE OF DEGREE EQUIVALENCE, (ICDE).




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