The Institute of International Relations and Political Science (IIRPS) is one of the most prominent social sciences institutions in Central and Eastern Europe. The IIRPS has been part of academic and political life in Central and Eastern Europe and the Baltic region since its establishment in 1992, it has attained a wide range of academic accomplishments, and can boast a rich tradition in hosting high-level politicians, diplomats and distinguished speakers in its premises. While first focusing mostly on educating future members of the Lithuanian diplomatic corps, the Institute has gradually extended to educating people with a wider range of knowledge and capabilities, which empower them to work in a range of public administration, non-governmental and private institutions, and to continue learning in their future careers. Being the leading institution in the country, it has set its latest strategic goal to establish itself as the leading education and research institution in the Baltic region.