Prepare for a global career with our Bachelor of International Relations program at the National University of Management. Gain deep insights into international relations theories, diplomacy, and global governance while honing your critical thinking and analytical skills.
Aligned with the strategic goals of the National University of Management, the program seeks to develop human resources capable of addressing global challenges and advancing international peace and cooperation. It enhances students’ analytical and critical thinking through research and comparative policy analysis, while fostering leadership, teamwork, and innovation in line with global principles of democracy, economic prosperity, and sustainable development.
The School of Public Policy at the National University of Management offers a Bachelor's Program in International Relations. Students must complete four years of coursework, earning a total of 120 credits, and are required to write a thesis.
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P-POL111 | Introduction to Political Science | 3 | |
| 2 | P-POT112 | Political Theories | 3 | |
| 3 | P-WHG113 | World History and Globalization | 3 | |
| 4 | P-LPT114 | Law and Politics | 3 | |
| 5 | P-AWD115 | Academic Writing and Design Thinking | 3 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P-MIC121 | Microeconomics | 3 | |
| 2 | P-PBD122 | Political Behavior and Diplomatic Foundations | 3 | |
| 3 | P-INL123 | International Law | 3 | |
| 4 | P-INO124 | International Organizations | 3 | |
| 5 | P-CHC125 | Cambodian History and Civilization | 3 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P-MAC231 | Macroeconomics | 3 | |
| 2 | P-HUR232 | Human Rights | 3 | |
| 3 | P-CRP233 | Cultures, Religions and Politics | 3 | |
| 4 | P-IPL234 | International Private Law | 3 | |
| 5 | P-DAN235 | Data Analytics | 3 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P-EDD241 | Economic Development and Digitalization | 3 | |
| 2 | P-RSA242 | Regional Studies (EU & ASEAN) | 3 | |
| 3 | P-ELP243 | Environmental Law and Policy | 3 | |
| 4 | P-MOP244 | Monetary Policy | 3 | |
| 5 | P-IPU245 | International Public Law | 3 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P-PBF351 | Public Finance | 3 | |
| 2 | P-HRM352 | Human Resource Management | 3 | |
| 3 | P-IFI353 | International Financial Institutions | 3 | |
| 4 | P-ICL354 | International Criminal Law | 3 | |
| 5 | P-PJM355 | Project Management | 3 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P-PPR361 | Policy Process | 3 | |
| 2 | P-HDO362 | Health and Disease Outbreaks Policy | 3 | |
| 3 | P-GSA363 | Government in Southeast Asia | 3 | |
| 4 | P-CPL364 | City Planning (concepts and policies on city planning) | 3 | |
| 5 | P-CCC365 | Cross-Cultural Comm | 3 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P-CIR471 | Cambodia’s International Relations | 3 | |
| 2 | P-PID472 | Politics and Practice of International Diplomacy | 3 | |
| 3 | P-ICR473 | International Conflict Resolutions | 3 | |
| 4 | P-ECO474 | E-Commerce | 3 | |
| 5 | P-GEO475 | Geopolitics | 3 | |
No | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P-IRT481 | Internship and research thesis | 15 | |
In parallel with the strategic plan of the National University of Management, the program learning objectives of the Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations include:
At the end of the Bachelor’s Program in International Relations, the students will be able to:
Applicants who can enroll in a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations must have a high school diploma (Bac II) or an equivalent certificate recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (Cambodia). Applicants need to pass an English proficiency test and an interview.
To obtain a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations, students must study for 4 years and earn at least 120 credits. In the second semester of the fourth year, students must pass all subject exams and succeed in defending their bachelor’s theses with an IELTS score of 6.0.
Students pursuing studies in international relations have access to diverse employment opportunities across public, private, and non-profit sectors. These roles are available at local, regional, and international levels, allowing them to contribute to areas such as governance, corporate strategy, development initiatives, academic research, and education.
graduates can work as diplomats, foreign affairs officers, and international relations analysts. They may also serve as civil servants responsible for policy, planning, and administration.
graduates can take roles such as corporate social responsibility (CSR) managers, international business consultants, public relations officers, and strategy and planning managers in multinational corporations.
graduates can become program managers, advocacy officers, researchers, policy advisors, and specialists in international development and humanitarian aid.
graduates can work as policy officers, foreign service officers, international development analysts, and take on roles in global institutions agencies, international NGOs, and intergovernmental organizations.
graduates can pursue careers as academic researchers, professors, and think tank analysts specializing in international relations and global studies.
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