DIPLOMA IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND DIPLOMACY

The Diploma in International Relations and Diplomacy is a comprehensive, future-focused professional program designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and global perspective required to operate confidently in today’s interconnected world.
In an era where diplomacy, global cooperation, international trade, security, development, and foreign policy shape nations and organizations, this course provides a solid foundation in international politics, diplomatic practice, global governance, conflict management, and strategic negotiation.
Participants will gain deep insights into how states, international organizations, multinational corporations, NGOs, and global institutions interact, negotiate, cooperate, and compete. The program bridges theory and practice, exposing learners to real-world diplomatic processes, international protocols, policy analysis, and global decision-making frameworks.
Whether your goal is to build a career in diplomacy, international organizations, government service, global business, development agencies, or leadership roles that require global awareness, this diploma positions you for relevance, influence, and international competitiveness.

At ICBMD, this course is designed not just to inform, but to transform participants into globally minded professionals ready to engage, lead, and represent interests on the international stage.

Course Overview
By the end of this 12-week program, participants will be able to:
➢ Understand the core principles and theories of International Relations
➢  Analyze global political systems, power dynamics, and foreign policy strategies
➢  Understand the roles of diplomacy, diplomats, and diplomatic missions

➢  Apply diplomatic protocols, etiquette, and international best practices

➢  Examine the structure and functions of international organizations (UN, AU, EU, ECOWAS, WTO, etc.)
➢   Analyze international conflicts, peacebuilding strategies, and security frameworks
➢  Understand international law, treaties, conventions, and global agreements
➢  Develop strong skills in negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution
➢  Interpret global economic relations, trade diplomacy, and development cooperation
➢  Understand public diplomacy, soft power, and strategic communication
➢ Build analytical, critical thinking, and policy-writing skills
➢ Gain practical insights applicable to diplomacy, governance, business, and leadership
This course empowers participants with global intelligence, diplomatic confidence, and strategic thinking essential for success in international and cross-border environments.