×
×
×
Master I livello | A.A. 2025-2026
XX edition
Classes start: January 2026
| Language | Inglese |
|---|---|
| Location | Milano |
| Register for the open lesson | 04 March 14.00 - 17.00 open lesson |
| Duration | 1 Anno |
| Delivery Mode | In presenza |
| Frequency | Full time |
To provide students with the tools and knowledge they need to be able to operate in the world, for the world.
This is the objective of the Master in International Cooperation and Development, an interdisciplinary training course, which aims to provide possible solutions to the problems of inequality, poverty, instability and conflict that afflict the majority of the world's population.
The Master in International Cooperation and Development, a First-level Specialising Master Programme degree, is designed for:
FIVE REASONS TO CHOOSE MICAD
The Master includes six months of classroom instruction, in ASERI, followed by about five months dedicated to the internship experience and the drafting of the final dissertation for the Master (the Project Work).
Classroom instruction consist of in-person lectures and practical workshops.
The objective of the programme is to provide MICAD students with the theoretical and practical tools and knowledge needed to analyze, understand, and offer solutions to development challenges within and between countries worldwide. Upon completion of the programme, MICAD graduates will be able to embark on a professional career in the field and contribute to building bridges between peoples, civilizations, and nations at the international level.
The Master in International Cooperation and Development is characterized by a multidimensional and interdisciplinary approach, which accompanies the four distinct levels of the Master throughout their duration.
The in-depth scientific and professional training programmes are closely connected, so as to allow a constant dialogue between theory and practice: field experience opens up new lines of research, while systematic reflection on practical activities fosters continuous learning.
From an academic perspective, MICAD explores international development issues, studying their Economics, Law and related institutions. Geopolitics, conflict situations and the management of post-conflict contexts are also addressed.
All of this provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the Project Cycle Management processes and the Theory of Change.
The professional training component, on the other hand, focuses on Development Actors and Strategies, Prevention, Rescue and Recovery for emergency situations. It also examines Human Rights issues and their application in situations of conflict and instability.
- How to actively contribute to building "bridges" for development, with a bottom-up approach;
- How to engage local civil society in identifying its own resources and managing them effectively;
- Understand the technical, financial and administrative dynamics of cooperation initiatives;
- Collaborate with national and international institutions, within local policies;
- Promote initiatives of good governance, respect for human rights and dignity with state and non-state actors;
- Seek and formulate solutions to transnational issues, such as migration and illicit trafficking;
- Actively contribute to the building of processes, institutions and democratic governance in the world.
The final calendar of courses will be made available shortly.
However, the Master will follow the following structure:
- January 2026 - June 2026: courses and lectures
- July 2026 - November 2026: Internship and Project Work
- December 2026: Graduation
The MICAD Master Programme prepares professionals with advanced theoretical and practical skills in the field of Cooperation and Development, providing useful tools to tackle complex challenges in international contexts.
MICAD graduates find career opportunities in various fields, including:
- International organizations and specialized agencies
- Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and civil society associations
- Government cooperation agencies and diplomatic institutions
- Social enterprises and the private sector engaged in sustainability
- Foundations and philanthropic institutions
- Research centers and think tanks
Below is a short, non-exhaustive list of organizations and institutions that have hosted MICAD students in recent years:
Academic Director
Riccardo REDAELLI, Full Professor of Asian History and Institutions, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Academic coordinator
Alda NOKA, Program Assistant for the Master in International Cooperation and Development, ASERI, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Teaching staff
Giacomo AGOSTI, CESVI
Lylen ALBANI, CESVI
Maria Cristina ARMELLIN, Save The Children International
Dr. Sara BALESTRI, Researcher in Economic Policy, University of Perugia
Simona BERETTA, Full Professor of Economic Policy, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Vanessa CANDEIAS, Impact Global Health
Elena CASOLARI, Opes Fund Impact Investment
Matteo CEOLOTTO, Research Fellow in European Union Law, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Paul H. DEMBISKI, Professor emeritus, Université de Fribourg
Abdolrasool DIVSALLAR, Senior Researcher at UNIDIR's Middle East WMD-Free Zone Project
Francesca GIORDANO, Researcher in Developmental and Educational Psychology, CUniversità Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Marco LOMBARDI, Full Professor of Sociology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Ignacio LARA, Asuntos del Sur
Mario MAGGIONI, Full Professor of Economic Policy, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Claudia MAZZUCATO, Associate Professor of Criminal Law, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Elisabetta MINELLI, WHO Health Emercencies Programme
Nicola MONTAGNA, UNISA Associate Professor
Silvia MUZI, World Bank
Mathias NEBEL, Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla
Francesca OLIVA, AVSI
Nadia PALEARI, Communication Strategist and Sustainability Advisor
Dr. Aldo PIGOLI, Adjunct Professor of Regional Studies - History of Contemporary Africa, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Andrea PIN, Full Professor at University of Padua
Prof. Riccardo REDAELLI, Full Professor of History and Institutions of Asia, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Michele RICCARDI, Senior Researcher, TRANSCRIME
Andrea ROSSI, UNICEF
Domenico ROSSIGNOLI, Associate Professor of Economic Policy, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Nicola STRAZZARI, University of Valle d'Aosta
Javier SCHUNK, PCM Trainer
Erika UBERTI, Associate Professor of Economic Policy, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Rolf TRAEGER, Chief, Least Developed Countries (LDC) Section, UNCTAD
The tuition fee for the MICAD Master is 9000 euros, to be paid in three installments.
Partial tuition reductions (covering 25% of the total fee) are available and are awarded at the discretion of the Academic Direction.
Step 1: Submit your application.
If you are a student with an Italian qualification, please access this link for applicants with a national qualification.
If you are a student with an international (non-Italian) qualification, please access this link for applicants with an international qualification.
Step 2: evaluation of qualifications by the Academic Coordination.
Step 3: motivational interview with the Coordinator, focusing on the following aspects:
- CV
- Academic and professional career
- Motivation for undertaking the Master Programme
- English language proficiency
Step 4: admission to the Master Programme, subject to evaluation by the Academic Directors.
Step 5: Confirmation of enrolment and payment of the first installment. Once admission has been confirmed, enrolment must be finalized by paying the first installment of the Master’s fee (€3,000). As a general rule, payment must be made:
Within 5 days of admission for Italian students
Within 15 days of admission for international students
Payment instructions will be provided by the relevant administrative offices.
Step 6: Formal enrolment and commencement of the Master Programme, following the instructions sent by the relevant offices.
To learn more about the International Cooperation and Development - MICAD:
Visa support: International students enrolled in the Master programme who require a visa will receive an official letter of admission, which can be used for visa application purposes.
Declaration of Value/Diploma Supplement: undergraduate and graduate degrees obtained abroad (from non-Italian universities) must be accompanied by a Declaration of Value for non-EU qualifications, or by a Diploma Supplement for qualifications obtained within the European Union.
For more information on these documents, please read the frequently asked questions and refer to the International Admissions Office: international.enquiry@unicatt.it
Are you a non Italian applicant? Do you still have doubts regarding your status and what you have to do?
