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Derya A. Briand

Dear Students and Colleagues,

It is a true pleasure to join this vibrant academic community as Director of Academic Studies.

With a background in international law and professional experience at institutions such as the United Nations and the International Labour Organization, I am deeply committed to advancing a global, inclusive, and high-quality academic environment.

Together, I look forward to fostering excellence in education, supporting innovation in teaching, and building meaningful academic partnerships.

I am excited for what we will achieve together.

A New Era of Academic Leadership Begins

We are proud to welcome Mrs. Derya A. Briand, MLaw, LLM, as our new Director of Academic Studies. With advanced law degrees from the University of Lausanne and multilingual fluency, Mrs. Briand brings with her a compelling combination of academic strength, international perspective, and leadership finesse. She has worked with institutions like the United Nations and the International Labour Organization, gaining insights that few academic leaders possess.

Her academic credentials span a Master of Law in International and Comparative Law (2011) and a Master of Advanced Studies in International and European Economic and Commercial Law (2009), both earned in Switzerland. Her global experiences, which include a successful stint in the banking sector, make her an excellent fit to spearhead our educational innovation. Her appointment marks a strategic enhancement of our academic quality and international standing.

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Mrs. Derya A. Briand has served with distinction at some of the world’s most respected international organizations, including the United Nations and the International Labour Organization. Her work in these global institutions has given her deep insight into the legal, economic, and diplomatic frameworks that shape international cooperation. Through her contributions, she has engaged in policy development, legal analysis, and advocacy for multilateral initiatives—experiences that have greatly enriched her perspective as an academic leader.

Academic background

  • Master of Law (MLaw), 2011
    University of Lausanne (Université de Lausanne), Switzerland
    Specialization: International and Comparative Law

  • Master of Advanced Studies (LLM), 2009
    University of Lausanne (Université de Lausanne), Switzerland
    Specialization: International and European Economic and Commercial Law

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
    Completed in Cyprus

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