IRIC Cameroun International Relations Institute of Cameroon

International Relations Institute of Cameroon (IRIC) – IRIC Cameroun International Relations Institute of Cameroon

Presentation

IRIC (IRIC Cameroun International Relations Institute of Cameroon) was created within the framework of the Federal University of Cameroon. The “International Relations Institute of Cameroon” abbreviated as (IRIC) is charged with Training and Research in the domain of International Relations. Through its founding and teaching objectives, the composition of its teaching staff, and by virtue of its openness to foreign students from Africa and other countries etc, IRIC could be said to be international in nature. kamerpower.com

The supreme organ of IRIC is the Board of Management, which is presided at by the Minister of External Relations or his representative. Other members who equally take part in deliberations during the period of cooperation stipulated by accords include: the Minister of Higher Education, the Representative of the Secretary-General at the Presidency of the Republic, and the Vice Chancellor of the University.

In addition, the representative of the Graduate Institute of Higher International Studies of Geneva in Switzerland, the representative of the Carnegy Institute for International Peace, the Director of the Institute and the Director of Studies also take part in the meetings of the Board of Management for questions that do not interest them personally.

The Board of Management of IRIC is structured as follows: According to some provisions of the Decree No. 71/DF/195/BIS of April 24th 1971 relating to the creation of IRIC, its Chapter two amongst others affirms that The Board of Management is the main organ of the Institute. It is presided at by the Minister of External Relations.

Admission

• Calendar for entrance examination Cameroon institutions of State Universities.

MASTER

Admission into IRIC for the MASTER degree programme is through a competitive entrance examination usually written in the month of September. The conditions for eligibility of candidates for this examination and the composition of the candidate’s file depends on the discipline chosen by the candidate.

A – DIPLOMACY

The written examination comprises of two papers: paper one is intended to assess the candidate’s knowledge of international relation and current events while paper two is a language paper (French for Anglophones and English for Francophones).

1. Conditions to be fulfilled:

This examination is open to Cameroonians aged not more than 32 years and who are holder of at least a first degree or an equivalent university certificate recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education.

2. Application Files:

Complete application files should comprise the following documents:

1. A registration form to be obtained from the student Record office at IRIC or from the website of IRIC:
2. A certified true copy of the candidate’s birth certificate issued not more three months ago,
3. A certified true copy of the candidate’s highest certificate including result transcript certified by competent academic authority,
4. A curriculum vitae;
5. A passport size photograph;
6. A receipt of 10.000 francs CFA as registration fee (for the examination) issued by the Bursar of IRIC;
7. A certificate of non conviction issued not more than six months ago;
8. A recommendation letter from the employer for candidates who are workers.

B – INTERNATIONAL DISPUTES

The written examination comprises of two papers: paper one is intended to assess the candidates knowledge of international relations and international law, while paper two is a language paper (French for Anglophones and English for Francophones).

1. Conditions to be fulfilled:

This examination is open to Cameroonians who have a first degree in law or equivalent university certificate recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education.

2. Application Files:

Complete application files should comprise the following documents:

1. A registration form to be obtained from the student Record office at IRIC or from the website of IRIC,
2. A certified true copy of the candidate’s birth certificate issued not more three months ago,
3. A certified true copy of the candidates highest certificate including result transcript certified by competent academic authority;
4. A curriculum vitae;
5. A passport size photograph;
6. A receipt of 10.000 francs CFA as registration fee (for the examination) issued by the Bursar of IRIC,
7. A certificate of non-conviction issued not more than six months ago,
8. A recommendation letter from the employer for candidates who are workers.

C – INTERNATIONAL BANKING AND FINANCE

The written part of this examination comprises of two papers. Paper one is intended to assess the candidate’s knowledge of international relations and current economics events. Paper two is the language paper (French for Anglophones and English for Francophones).

1. Conditions to be fulfilled:

This competitive entrance examination is open to Cameroonians who hold a Bachelor’s Degree in economic management or a recognised equivalent university diploma recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education.

2. Application Files:

Complete application files should comprise the following documents:

1. A registration form to be obtained from the student Record office at IRIC or from the website of IRIC
2. A certified true copy of the candidate’s birth certificate issued not more three months ago,
3. A certified true copy of the candidates highest certificate including result transcript certified by competent academic authority;
4. A curriculum vitae;
5. A passport size photograph;
6. A receipt of 10.000 francs CFA as registration fee (for the examination) issued by the Bursar of IRIC;
7. A certificate of non conviction issued not more than six months ago;
8. A recommendation letter from the employer for candidates who are workers.

D – INTERNATIONAL MARKETING

This examination comprises of two parts: paper one is intended to assess the candidates’ knowledge of international relations and international economics problems. Paper two is a language paper (French for Anglophones and English for Francophones).

1. Conditions to be fulfilled:

The written part of this examination is open to Cameroonians who holders of a Bachelor’s Degree in economics or management or an equivalent university diploma recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education;

2. Application Files:

Complete application files should comprise the following documents:

• A registration form to be obtained from the student Record office at IRIC or from the website of IRIC:
• A certified true copy of the candidate’s birth certificate issued not more three months ago,
• A certified true copy of the candidates highest certificate including result transcript certified by competent academic authority;
• A curriculum vitae; a passport size photograph;
• A receipt of 10.000 francs CFA as registration fee (for the examination) issued by the Bursar of IRIC,
• A certificate of non-conviction issued not more than six months ago,
• A recommendation letter from the employer for candidates who are workers.

Admission form for the following cycle

• Banking, Money and Finance
• International Communication and Public Action
• International Dispute
• International Marketing
• Regional Integration and Management of Community Institutions

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For the Diplomatic Program / Diplomatic training course

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The form must be filled by the candidate in french or in English either typed, or written legibly, and returned to the I.R.I.C.

Admissions into the Doctorate Level

IRIC Admits students into the Doctorate level from African and non-African countries.

Admissions into the Diplomatic Training Course

IRIC offers Internship, Training to Diplomats from Cameroon and other African countries. The priority here is for civil servants, staff of the Ministries of External relations of African and non-African countries including even staff of Ministries with a relation or service having to do with International relations.

More information

• Website of IRIC Cameroun International Relations Institute of Cameroon: www.iricuy2.net
• IRIC Cameroon Student Guide
• Épreuve Concours IRIC Cameroun past questions

IRIC Cameroun International Relations Institute of Cameroon