Is democracy conquering the world as the single most accepted model for political and social development? Or, on the contrary, is democracy being overwhelmed by globalization, popular discontent with politics and renewed authoritarian tendencies? How can democratic political leaders govern and retain legitimacy in the world today? If you are considering a career in government, politics or civil society, these are the most fundamental questions to think about – and they’re the most important challenges to tackle as a professional in this field.

A career in government and politics requires three things: - knowledge about contemporary democracy and governance - analytical insight and method - outstanding communication skills