The International Relations and Foreign Diplomacy program deals with the study of relations between states at the global level, as well as between states and organizations, such as: international organizations and non-state actors. These relations between countries are reflected in international trade, economic prosperity, migration, the global environment, transnational organized crime, war, and global peace and security, which leads to tangible results at the international and national levels.

This course helps participants develop a comprehensive and deep understanding of the basics of international relations and diplomacy, with a focus on communications, negotiation, analysis, and character building. This course also aims to define and analyze international relations and diplomacy by introducing the economic, political, and legal framework governing international relations, as well as international agreements and international norms that form the foundation of international cooperation.

Who should attend? 

• Those wishing to learn about the origins of international relations and foreign diplomacy.
• Managers, leaders and officials in government and private institutions.
• Representatives of international organizations and intergovernmental organizations.
• Those whose duties and functions are related to diplomacy and foreign affairs.
• Professionals who wish to learn more about foreign relations and foreign diplomacy.
• Organizers of international conferences and events.
• Workers in international governmental and non-governmental organizations.
• Those wishing to occupy leadership positions in higher management.
• Anyone who wants to develop knowledge and skill in international relations and foreign diplomacy.

How attendees will benefit? 

After completion of the course, delegates will be able to: 

• Theoretical and practical aspects of international relations.
• Complex foreign policies.
• Basic practices for managing international relations and foreign diplomacy.
• Work diplomacy in international organizations.
• International dispute resolution and high-level negotiation mechanisms.
• Professionalism in protocol, ceremonies and diplomatic etiquette.
• The changing global geopolitical, economic and strategic environment.

• Introduction to international relations and foreign diplomacy:
  • A definition of international relations and foreign diplomacy.
  • The development of thinking in international relations throughout history.
  • The importance of studying international relations and their impact on the foreign policies of countries.
• International relations theories:
  • Classical and modern theories in international relations.
  • Functional theory, liberal theory, realist theory, and others.
  • Analyzing theories and applying them to the foreign policies of countries.
• International institutions and organizations:
  • The United Nations and its subsidiary bodies.
  • The European Union, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
  • The role of the United Nations and other international organizations in resolving international conflicts and promoting world peace.
  • Review the role of regional organizations in promoting international cooperation and resolving conflicts.
• Diplomacy and international negotiations:
  • Diplomacy concepts and tools.
  • Analysis of international negotiations and current international issues.
  • Study cases of successful and failed diplomacy in modern history.
• International law and international security:
  • Concepts of international law and its applications in international relations.
  • The role of international law in protecting human rights and international peace and security.
  • Analyze international security issues and challenges.
  • Major security challenges such as terrorism and the proliferation of nuclear weapons and explosives.
  • Strategies to combat modern security threats at the national and international levels.
• International economy and international trade:
  • The impact of national economies on international relations.
  • Key issues in international trade and international economic relations.
  • International trade agreements and global economic challenges.
• Diplomatic communications and international public relations:
  • The role of international communications and public relations in building the international image and enhancing international cooperation.
  • Diplomatic communication methods and their impact on international relations.
  • International public relations and its role in building the country’s image.
  • Diplomatic and media communication strategies to improve international relations.
• Analyze contemporary international issues such as international conflicts, terrorism, climate change, and migration.