The MIDS is the leading specialized LL.M. in international dispute settlement, tailored to the needs of the legal practitioners of tomorrow.
Geneva is home to hundreds of international organizations, NGOs, corporations, and law firms.
The Swiss city is in the top 5 worldwide alongside London, Singapore, Paris, and Hong Kong.
Geneva is also an exceptionally livable, picturesque, and cosmopolitan city, at the heart of Europe.
With its niche focus, unique curriculum, and solid reputation, the MIDS is an unusual rival to the world's most prestigious LL.M. programs.
Everything at the MIDS is designed to prepare students for a successful career in one of the most competitive fields of the legal industry.
In less than two decades, the MIDS has constituted one of the world's largest communities of international dispute settlement lawyers.
Professor, Geneva Graduate Institute
Professor Emeritus, University of Geneva
Professor, University of Geneva
Arbitrator and Mediator
Professor, University of Geneva
Professor, University of Geneva
Professor, Geneva Graduate Institute
Professor Emeritus, University of Geneva
Secretary General, International Court of Arbitration
Professor Emeritus, Fribourg
Professor Emeritus, Geneva Graduate Institute
Professor, University of Geneva
Through its extensive and rigorous curriculum, comprehensive career services, and access to exclusive professional opportunities, the MIDS prepares students for successful and fulfilling careers.
Preparing you for your next career move is our mission and an integral part of your time at the MIDS.
Beyond a degree, the MIDS offers an unforgettable journey of academic, professional, and personal growth.
The embodiment of a global city, a professional hub, and exceptionally comfortable to live in, Geneva is one of Europe's best kept secrets.
An unparalleled tight-knit community bringing together well-known figures and rising young professionals.
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"Sometimes it is the seemingly 'small' decisions, like pursuing an LL.M., that can change your life forever."
Andreea Nica, MIDS'18
The LL.M. in International Dispute Settlement (MIDS), widely recognized as one of the world's leading programs in arbitration and international litigation, is now accepting …
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