Durres, Albania, Kosovo

Summer Academy for Diplomacy, Diplomatic Protocol and Etiquette

when 24 August 2018 - 28 August 2018
language English
duration 1 week
fee EUR 145

The overall aim of this course will be to introduce students to the art of diplomacy in the Western tradition with an emphasis on the beginning of the 19th century through to contemporary international politics. In particular, the course will stress the evolution of the role of diplomacy, diplomatic communication, diplomatic protocol and etiquette, preventive diplomacy and coercive diplomacy over time and how such factors as technology, communications and ideology have impacted the efficacy of the diplomatic processes. Students will be shown the relationship of diplomacy to the political system, especially how the ambassador's role is rooted in constitutions and international norms. The course will provide a clear account of the shape and functions of the world diplomatic system as it stands at the beginning of the 21st century: what it is, what it does, and why it is important. The course aims to provide knowledge of the nature of diplomacy; when diplomacy is appropriate; the advantages and disadvantages of different diplomatic methods; the lexicon of diplomacy and how does the diplomatic protocol and etiquette works in the diplomatic environment. Students will be given a strong grasp of the nature of diplomacy conceived as a specialized professional activity developed over many centuries, and be able to defend its value with authority and enthusiasm.

The course will not have a final exam. Instead, students will be expected to raise a series of short papers / topics throughout the sessions, engage in two in-class debate, practise the protocol and etquette, and participate in activities and submit a final paper.

The final paper shall be an examination of one particular diplomat and a crisis that he or she dealt with. More information shall be given in class.

Eligible countries to Apply
If you do not need visa to enter in the Republic of Albania, you are more than welcome to send your CV and motivation letter.

All participants must send their CV and motivation letter to:
prot.diplo.academy@gmail.com by 17th of August 2018, at 24:00.



For more information and registration please contact us;
APD Team
E-mail: prot.diplo.academy@gmail.com
Tel: +37745603619
+38649580344
FB Page: Academy for Protocol and Diplomacy

Target group

Students with different academic backgrounds and a general interest in negotiation, diplomacy, diplomatic correspondence and international relations will benefit from each other in an intercultural and interdisciplinary learning process. Former classes consisted of regular students and practitioners such as civil servants, communication experts, EU Institutions employee, young politicians and even parliamentary officials.

The course does not require special knowledge about international relations, diplomacy, international negotiations, protocol, etiquette, history or culture, but participants should be interested in more than just their field of specialization. In class participation, especially in the discussions with experts, is essential for the course success and plays an important role in grading.

Our previous groups contains participants from: UN international staff, EUCFSP staff, representatives from European governments, military officers, civil society officers, young professionals, students from BA MA and PhD levels from all over the world.

Course aim

The overall aim of this course will be to introduce students to the art of diplomacy in the Western tradition with an emphasis on the beginning of the 19th century through to contemporary international politics. In particular, the course will stress the evolution of the role of diplomacy, diplomatic communication, diplomatic protocol and etiquette, preventive diplomacy and coercive diplomacy over time and how such factors as technology, communications and ideology have impacted the efficacy of the diplomatic processes.

Fee info

EUR 145: The tuition fee for Balkan Students / Participants is 145 euro.

Tuition fee for Balkan Students / Participants covers:
Hotel Accommodation, breakfast and lunches, reading materials, lectures, coffee breaks, study visits and certification.
EUR 210: The tuition fee for Non - Balkan Students / Participants is 210 euro.

Tuition fee Non - Balkan Students / Participants covers:
Hotel Accommodation, breakfast and lunches, reading materials, lectures, coffee breaks, study visits and certification.