1. Enhance competences in the field of diplomacy, intelligence and security for regional and international interactions required for those engaged in these pursuits.

2. Develop analytical frameworks required in strategic decision making in diplomacy, intelligence and security.

3. Examine the evolution and activities of national intelligence communities.

4. Analyse the contributions of national and regional consumers in the areas of diplomacy, intelligence and security studies.

5. Discuss the role of strategic planning and analysis in the areas of national security.

6. Assess patterns and trends of threats of national, regional and international security.

7. Evaluate the frameworks for analysis in the contemporary environment in Kenya and the region.

1. Competitive skills: Strathmore aims to help you develop leadership skills, which will be useful in the world of work. Your investment will have a high return in terms of your competitive advantage.

2. Realistic approach: You will adopt a reflective, analytical, participative approach to education and consequently to your career.

3. Great counsel: Our faculty are experts in their respective fields and they will be a resource to help you develop a new perceptive and see new opportunities.

4. Powerful networks: You will learn from and alongside diverse, talented classmates as you share a transformative journey together. As such, you will develop a network of friends and contacts that will last a lifetime.

5. Exceptional learning: You will undertake an academic tour aimed at interactions with those involved in these disciplines (Diplomacy, Intelligence and Security) in other countries and regions.

1. Holders of first class or upper second class honors degree in the relevant academic fields from a recognized university or,

2. Holders of other related qualifications from recognized universities considered by the academic council as equivalent to a first class or Upper second class degree or,

3. Holders of lower second class degree + postgraduate diplomas or professional certificates from recognized institutions or with at least 2 years relevant work experience in diplomacy, intelligence and security sectors

In addition, the applicant must have obtained the minimum university entry requirement i.e. scored at least a C+ in their KCSE (or its equivalent)

For one to enroll in this masters program, the school will first need to determine your eligibility.

Kindly share your updated CV, scanned copies of your High School Certificate (or its equivalent), undergraduate academic transcripts, and degree certificate to shss@strathmore.edu to help us determine your eligibility for MDIS.

1. Duly filled in Graduate Application Form (Download the form here).

2. Two (2) completed Reference Forms from your professional background or from former professors particularly qualified to attest to the applicant’s qualification for graduate study (Download reference form here).

3. Certified copies of undergraduate degree certificate and transcript of records (TOR) in English giving full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained.

4. Certified copy of your Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education-KCSE certificate (Secondary/High School Certificate or its equivalent).

5. Updated Curriculum Vitae. Please use the Europass CV template (http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu).

6. One (1) current passport size photos.

7. A copy of National Identity Card (ID) or a copy of Passport (bio-data page).

8. Ksh. 2,500 Interview fee is payable on the interview day.

9. Applicants with foreign qualifications/degrees are required to provide a Letter of Recognition from CUE (The Commission of University Education) which can be applied through the following link: https://recognition.cue.or.ke/public/

NB: Certified copies: Please note the copies of the certificates and transcripts should be certified by the awarding institution or by an advocate of the high court.

If the applicant meets the entry requirements, they are then invited to take a written Graduate Entrance Exam (GEE). All applicants MUST take and pass our GEE that comprises a written exam followed by an oral interview. The written exam entails English comprehension and grammar, arithmetic plus an essay. The GEE is administered virtually.