ModelICAO offers a unique opportunity to experience international diplomacy from the inside. By participating in a realistic simulation of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), students develop practical skills, broaden their perspectives, and engage in meaningful multilateral dialogue.

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Academic and Professional Value

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• Develop practical skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and public speaking  

• Apply academic knowledge to real-world international policy discussions  

• Strengthen your CV with a recognized international academic experience  

• Gain exposure to multilateral decision-making processes  

• Enhance critical thinking, research, and consensus-building skills

• A Unique Access to Institutions and Professionals

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​Unique Access to Institutions and Professionals

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Beyond academic debate, ModelICAO offers participants exclusive access to institutional and professional environments rarely available to students. Recent and upcoming initiatives include:

• A diplomatic luncheon with representatives of ICAO Council Member States, supported by the European Union  

• An exclusive civil aviation career fair reserved for ModelICAO participants  

• A professional networking workshop introduced in 2026, led by a senior expert in international relations

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These initiatives are designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional engagement in international and institutional environments.

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A Truly Multidisciplinary Experience

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ModelICAO brings together students from a wide range of academic backgrounds, including law, international relations, political science, engineering, aviation management, economics, and other related disciplines. This diversity of perspectives enriches debates and reflects the complexity of real-world
international negotiations.

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An International and Cultural Exchange

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Participants come from universities across the world, creating a truly international environment. Model ICAO encourages intercultural dialogue, mutual understanding, and collaboration across borders.

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Working in English and french as the common language, participants improve their communication skills while engaging with different cultural and diplomatic approaches.

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A Unique Setting at ICAO Headquarters

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Model ICAO takes place at the headquarters of the International Civil Aviation Organization in Montreal. This exceptional setting allows participants to experience the atmosphere of an international institution and better understand how global governance functions in practice.

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Skills for Your Academic and Professional Future

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Through negotiation sessions, drafting exercises, and informal exchanges, participants develop transferable skills that are highly valued in academic and professional environments.

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These include leadership, teamwork, adaptability, and the ability to navigate complex international issues.