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.
Celebrating Diversity and Expertise
With a career rooted in both international institutions and the private sector, Mrs. Derya A. Briand personifies the future of global education leadership. She brings with her an exceptional ability to harmonize multicultural engagement with academic rigor. Her dedication to lifelong learning and student-centered policies is inspirational.
Her academic credentials reflect this passion: she earned a Bachelor of Law in Cyprus and then pursued two graduate degrees at the University of Lausanne—an LLM and a MLaw focused on international, economic, and comparative legal systems. These credentials ensure she leads with depth and integrity.
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
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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
