Artificial intelligence is changing how institutions govern, negotiate, communicate and make decisions. UNITAR supports diplomats, public officials, international civil servants and professionals with practical learning opportunities, expert briefings and resources designed for the realities of international affairs.
Through online courses, executive programmes, tailored training, events and curated resources, UNITAR helps learners strengthen their AI literacy, understand risks and opportunities, and engage with AI responsibly in policy, diplomacy and institutional settings. UNITAR’s official AI portfolio also presents its work as a series of resources and training opportunities for navigating AI in international affairs.
At a glance
Foundational AI Skills, Learning and Leadership
Develop the foundational knowledge, practical skills and human-centred approaches needed to engage with AI responsibly, support informed decision-making, strengthen learning design and advance leadership, strategic foresight and organizational adaptation across sectors.
AI for Diplomacy and Global Governance
Engage with the role of AI in diplomacy, negotiation, governance and international affairs through learning opportunities designed for multilateral and policy contexts.
Specialized Programmes and Tailored Support
Access advanced programmes, partnership-based learning opportunities and tailored support designed to respond to sector-specific, professional and institutional needs.
Foundational AI Skills, Learning and Leadership
Online Certificate in Artificial Intelligence and Professional Skills
A practical entry point for participants seeking essential AI knowledge and applicable professional skills for today’s evolving world of work.
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AI Essentials for Decision Makers
A broad and accessible learning opportunity designed to help decision-makers understand AI, its implications and its relevance for policy, institutional and professional contexts.
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Artificial Intelligence for Learning Professionals
A practical, human-centred learning experience designed to help learning professionals integrate AI into their creative process without sacrificing empathy and human judgment.
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Master in Strategic Leadership and Artificial Intelligence
A leadership-focused programme that combines AI with strategic, operational and interpersonal leadership development for current and emerging leaders across sectors.
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AI for Diplomacy and Global Governance
AI Briefing Series for the Diplomatic Community
Targeted briefing sessions designed to equip diplomats, international civil servants and policymakers with essential AI knowledge and insights.
Details available upon request at ai.mdp@unitar.org
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Details available upon request at ai.mdp@unitar.org
Artificial Intelligence and International Affairs Bulletin
A publication designed to help professionals in international affairs stay informed about AI-related developments, resources, events and opportunities.
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Executive Programme Series on AI and Negotiation
An executive offer focused on the implications of AI for negotiation, diplomacy, governance and strategic decision-making in international settings.
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Specialized Programmes and Tailored Support
MSc (Professional) in Data Science and AI Applications
An advanced programme for participants seeking in-depth knowledge in data science and AI applications.
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Artificial Intelligence and Airports
A sector-specific initiative exploring the implications and applications of AI in airport-related contexts.
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Customised Trainings and Partnership-based Programmes
Tailored and co-developed learning opportunities created in response to specific organizational, institutional and sectoral needs.
Details available upon request at ai.mdp@unitar.org
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Details available upon request at ai.mdp@unitar.org
Responsible AI For Professionals
Artificial intelligence is transforming how projects are proposed, planned, and delivered, but faster adoption has outpaced the skills needed to use it well.
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Empowering Training, Education and Learning with AI
ETEL-AI leverages cutting-edge, multi-agent AI pipelines to deliver equitable, multilingual, and quality-assured training support for UN capacity-building programmes globally.
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Pathway to Prosperity
Our Pathway to Prosperity programme, supported by Google, equips early-career and mid-career professionals in Selangor, Malaysia, with future-proof technical skills in AI and data centre management.
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