Certificate of Advanced Studies in Humanitarian Action

Quality Management of Humanitarian Projects

Situational intelligence at the service of quality

This certificate addresses the dynamics and components that guarantee the quality management of adapted projects and cohesive teams. It integrates fundamental principles such as inclusion and diversity, do no harm, accountability and participation into processes, methods and tools of project and people management.


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  • 12 January – 3 April 2026

  • 12 weeks
  • Online
  • English
  • 10 ECTS

  • Full price: CHF 5'000
    Partner rate (ICRC, MSF): CHF 4'000 (20% discount)
    Special Rate: CHF 2'500. Available exclusively to nationals or staff from local/national NGOs, CBOs, government, INGOs, or IOs in low/middle-income countries (OECD DAC list) with salaries aligned to local living costs. Proof required.

    Application form for partial tuition waivers

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Around 250 hours of work including:

  • E-learning courses (self-study)
  • Live sessions
  • Individual and group work: readings, pool-surveys, self-tests, case study, reflexive analysis, forum discussions, etc.

For detailed information about admission criteria, required documents, deadlines, and the application process for the Master, please refer to the “How to Apply” page on our website.

Students are required to have:

  • Broadband/high speed connection – 2.5 Mbps minimum.
  • Microphone and webcam

Please note that the course is designed to be followed on a laptop or computer. While some content may be accessible on smartphones or tablets, these are not convenient for the full learning experience.