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American School of Government

American School of Government at American University in Bosnia and Herzegovina is the internationalization of education in the field of social sciences in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region, in accordance with best practices of the American educational system and the European value system of education. Given the fact that Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the entire region and the European continent are in the process of economic and political transition (Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region) or are exposed to unpredictable political, legal and security challenges which are given to the European continent by the globalization, the establishment of this institution is fully justified in accordance with social and cultural needs of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region. Given the quality of academic staff working at the American School of Government, educated at the world's best universities and / or has extensive practical experience in working in the field of diplomacy, law and international relations, we believe that students of American School of Government will be well trained for rapid advancement in their careers, and that they will represent very attractive candidates for future employers in the public and private sectors.

American School of Government offers a number of undergraduate and postgraduate (masters and doctoral) programs. At the undergraduate level, American School of Government offers programs in international and comparative political science, international and comparative public administration, international relations and diplomacy, international security and international law. At the master's level (Masters) American School of Government offers a master's degree programs in international relations and diplomacy, international security, as well as in international and European law, and with two, orientations International and European Public Law and International and European business law and finance.

Creation of media content in the context of studying the characteristics, capabilities, and development, both traditional and new media, are the top challenge of the modern multimedia age. Responsibility of professionals working in the media, increases every day with the increase of media influence on today's social, economic and political conditions. The art of creating messages, and ethical media, ie. public behavior, are the conditions we need, if we want to achieve success in any field of social, economic, political or cultural development.

Given the fact that Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the entire region and the European continent are in the process of economic and political transition (Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region) or are exposed to unpredictable political, legal and security challenges that are brought to the European continent by the globalization, the establishment of this institution is fully justified in accordance with social and cultural needs of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region.

American School of Government offers the programs in the area of:

Career

During the studies, students of American School of Government acquire knowledge in the field of political science, diplomacy, contemporary political theory and comparative political systems as well as international comparative law. An important part of this study program is presenting the work with public administration, with the work of state and local governments in the U.S., The EU and Bosnia and Herzegovina, then with diplomatic relations, with the international and domestic political economy, and with the important issues of foreign policy of Bosnia and Herzegovina. After graduation, students of the Department of International Law, International political science and International relationes and diplomacy, can search for jobs in government or other governmental agencies, ministries, political parties as an advisory analysts, organizers, and in various non-governmental organizations and corporations. Public Administration enables a wide range of administrative positions in government and agencies, and it is available to graduated students of public administration, with great possibilities of building career, primarily in the public sector. International Security provides students with the knowledge that helps them obtain proper insight into the issues of international peace and security which are very important in the legal, political and administrative practice. The program prepares students for careers in the broad field of international security, with wide opportunities of employment such as: legal adviser, a political analyst (especially in the Ministries of Foreign Affairs), a legal adviser at international courts, the legal and political advisor for international and nongovernmental organizations such as the Red Cross And Amnesty International, then as a consultant in the field of international security and so on.

International Law

American School of Government also offers a study of law, which focuses on international and comparative law. During legal studies, students gain knowledge and skills that are relevant to the application of international and European law, not just in international organizations and institutions that cooperate with the European Union and national authorities, but also in corporations and financial institutions whose activities, future and present, requires knowledge of international law and European legal standards. The presence of international organizations, foreign corporations, as well as the process of EU accession, and the work of domestic companies abroad, fully justifies the establishment of this study. Throughout the study, special attention is given to the comparative aspects of law, Anglo American and Euro-continental legal tradition, which represent the two most important world's legal traditions.

Graduated of this study get a degree "lawyer" that enables them to deposit the administrative and judicial examination in Bosnia and Herzegovina, to work in administrative and judicial bodies, and international and European public institutions, or international companies operating in the country and abroad. Graduated will also be able to continue their studies at master's level, and specialize in international and European public law and business law and finance. American School of Government also organize doctoral studies in international law, which prepares future scholars to explore the field of international and European law.

  Undergraduate ASG-International_Law_Undergrad.pdf
  Master ASG-International_And_ European_ Law_ Master.pdf
  Doctorate ASG-International_Law_Doctorate.pdf

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International relations and diplomacy

During the study, graduated of International relations and diplomacy will adopt the necessary knowledge for an essential understanding of international relations, multilateralism, regional integration and diplomatic institutions, practices and systems, and improve analytical and negotiating skills necessary for successful functioning in an international environment. Graduated of International security, which was developed in response to global and regional security challenges, will focus on constantly changing security risks, challenges and threats that destabilize the whole world.
During this study, particular attention will be devoted to such security risks that are increasingly out of state and public frame and moved to the private boxes, endangering all the fields of human activity which in the traditional understanding of the concept of security had not been well treated by the public security organ. In addition, graduated are able to continue their education at master's level at the American School of Government or other institutions in the region or abroad.

After education and practical experience at the American School of Government, graduated of International relations and diplomacy will be fully prepared to join the various national ministries of foreign affairs, security, European integrationetc., or to become employees of international public institutions or private companies whose business requires knowledge of international relations, foreign languages ​​and more successful intercultural communication necessary for daily business. During the study, graduated of International security will acquire both theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to become, immediately after graduation, employees of the security agencies at different government levels and to perform security duties, which include international aspects.
In addition, graduated of this program can choose a career as security experts in private security institutions that operate in the country, region and abroad, and whose business requires knowledge of international aspects. In addition, graduated are able to continue their education at master's level at the American School of Government or other institutions in the region or abroad.

  Undergraduate ASG-International_Relations_ And_ Diplomacy_Undergraduate.pdf
  Master ASG-International_Relations_ And_ Diplomacy_Master.pdf

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International political science

Graduated of International political science and Public administration program, will primarily be directed towards the study of management companies that are in the state of multi-dimensional transition and comprehensive reforms that include the modernization of public institutions / public administration, its competence, logistical capacity and human resources ( program of public administration), and study the theoretical aspects of political science, or the concrete social and economic relations and power relations between individuals, groups and countries, as well as the internal functioning of government (political science program). Graduated of these two programs will be preferred candidates for work in public administration institutions, NGOs, broadcasters, and they will be excellently qualified for further academic study at postgraduate level.

International political science try to study the power contained in the social and economic relations and power relations between individuals, groups and countries, as well as the internal functioning of government. Field research can range from global analysis of international relations to the study of individual behavior. Studying the degree program in political science can illuminate an important dimension of human experience and it makes graduated better prepared for intelligent participation in the political community. Knowledge and understanding of political relations, both at domestic and at the international scene, will contribute to the creation and launch of ideas that will help improve the position of the government in all aspects.

  Undergraduate ASG-International_ Political_Science_ Undergraduate.pdf

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International public administration

The reform process of companies that are in the state of multi-dimensional transition put in the forefront of the reform process the modernization of institutions / public administration, its competence, logistics capacity and human resources. Due to the large number and complexity of the request to be sent to the state by individuals and various organizations, there is a need for new personnel in public administration, and therefore there is a need for making the public administration to be built on the principles of the European model of functioning. International Study Program International Public Administration enables students to acquire knowledge in the field of political and legal administration, public administration, bureaucratic theory, business communication and ethics. It is a specialization that gives students a broad framework of knowledge and opens up significant opportunities for further professional development through master studies. During four semesters of specialization, students enhance their knowledge in law, policy, human resource management, economics, statistics, leadership, accounting, public finance and public administration.

  Undergraduate ASG-International_Public_Administration_Undergraduate.pdf

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International security

The modern society faces with the new and significantly amended the security risks, challenges and threats, which occur at the beginning of 21st Century. Security threats such as terrorism, organized crime, social and economic instability, etc.., require a new approach to security and prepare the state for adequate responses to new security challenges. In the process of transformation and the search for effective solutions that could provide a satisfactory level of safety in domestic and international field, there are security systems of many modern states. The issue of national security is analyzed through the school department, "International Security".

  Undergraduate ASG-International_Security_Undergraduate.pdf
  Master ASG-International_Security_Master.pdf

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New Media and Journalism

The classic study of journalism is not sufficient preparation for future leaders in the world of reporting in mass media. Therefore, the American School of Government created a program at specialist departments "New media and journalism." The aim of the study is to gain understanding of information transfer to new media and news ethics reconcile with the need for dynamic and daily access to information. After graduation, student has the knowledge of modern communication systems and mass media, and developed skills of monitoring and reporting information for the new media and contemporary market needs.

  Undergraduate ASG-New_Media_ And_ Journalism_ Undergraduate.pdf

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