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Diplomatic Protocol and International Relations
Government officials increasingly interact with foreign delegations, international organisations and diplomatic missions. Knowledge of protocol and international…
- 5 daysClassroom
- 13Upcoming dates
- 6Cities
- £3,250Fees from
Course overview
Why Attend
Government officials increasingly interact with foreign delegations, international organisations and diplomatic missions. Knowledge of protocol and international relations supports successful engagements and protects reputation.
This LLMI course covers diplomatic protocol principles, precedence, official visits, ceremonies and events, correspondence, cross-cultural communication, international negotiation and the international relations context. Participants plan an official visit and event.
The course suits protocol officers and officials engaged in international affairs.
Course Objectives
Understand diplomatic protocol principles and precedence
Plan official visits and ceremonies
Manage official correspondence and forms of address
Communicate effectively across cultures
Support international negotiations
Understand the international relations context
Target Audience
Protocol officers
Government officials in international affairs
Executive office staff
Event managers in government
Diplomatic staff
Corporate public affairs staff
Course Methodology
Practical presentations
Visit planning exercise
Role plays
Case studies
Group discussions
Course outline
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1Day 1: Protocol Fundamentals
- Purpose of protocol
- Precedence
- Flags and symbols
- Forms of address
- International norms
- Exercise: Precedence list
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2Day 2: Official Visits
- Visit planning
- Programmes
- Security coordination
- Gifts
- Media
- Workshop: Visit plan
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3Day 3: Ceremonies and Events
- Official ceremonies
- Seating plans
- Banquets
- Signing ceremonies
- Exercise: Seating plan
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4Day 4: Cross-Cultural Communication
- Cultural differences
- Etiquette
- Negotiation styles
- Interpreters
- Role play: Delegation meeting
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5Day 5: International Relations
- Diplomatic institutions
- Multilateral organisations
- Economic diplomacy
- Negotiation
- Capstone: Official visit programme
Dates and fees
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Diplomatic Protocol and International Relations course?
The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.
When is the next Diplomatic Protocol and International Relations course?
The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in London. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.
Where is this course held?
Upcoming sessions run in London, Frankfurt, Barcelona, Munich, Rome, Amsterdam.
How much does the course cost?
Fees start from £3,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.
Course information last updated 14 November 2026.
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