Prepare for a complex, crisis ridden world!
Starting in October 2025, the Austrian Institute for International Affairs (oiip) is launching the oiip Academy.
The oiip Academy brings the institute’s expertise into exclusive executive education programs designed for professionals, executives, diplomats, journalists, students, and civil society representatives.
Our hybrid programs are held in English and they are tailored for those who seek to:
- Broaden their perspective on global developments,
- Deepen their understanding of regional dynamics, and
- Sharpen their skills in assessing political risks — all from a Central European perspective.
Join our tailor-made executive education programs and engage in small-group learning guided by leading experts. Learn how to critically navigate, interpret, and respond to an increasingly volatile and complex international environment.
Executive Education Programs
World politics are increasingly volatile, unpredictable, and marked by rising political, military, and trade tensions. These developments not only endanger security—they also limit opportunities. In this environment, strategic planning and resilience require a deeper, more comprehensive understanding of risks, threats, and trends.
While many risk assessments rely on standardized, business-oriented metrics, they often overlook critical political and societal dynamics that shape long-term developments. At the oiip Academy, we offer executive education programs rooted in over 46 years of expertise in international affairs, trend analysis, and consulting for ministries, agencies, and companies.
Our approach is different: We use bottom-up, qualitative methods from the social sciences to assess political risk. Beyond leaders' actions or quantifiable data, we account for perceptions, informal dynamics, and hidden risks—elements that are often missed but essential for foresight.
Our modular course formats, held in small groups, combine high-level input from experts with interactive, skill-based training. Participants gain not just knowledge, but also practical tools to identify, analyze, and evaluate geopolitical trends and risks.
What participants say about the oiip Academy
“The mix of theory and practical application made the learning experience truly engaging and relevant.”
“I especially valued the interactive exercises and the exchange of expertise between presenters and participants.”
“The Academy provided concrete tools and frameworks that I can directly apply in my daily work.”
“It offered a comprehensive overview of geopolitics while also diving into current perspectives and real-world analysis.”
“The interactive format and discussions made the course dynamic and far from one-dimensional.”
“I gained a better understanding of how to approach complex global issues and think more strategically.”
“The insights into scenario monitoring and horizon scanning were particularly valuable.”
“The course highlighted the importance of combining qualitative and quantitative approaches in geopolitical analysis.”