Diplomatic Protocol and International Relations (GPS-028) Training Course

Diplomatic Protocol and International Relations

Government officials increasingly interact with foreign delegations, international organisations and diplomatic missions. Knowledge of protocol and international…

5 daysClassroom or online

13Upcoming dates

6Cities

£2,750Fees 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

1Day 1: Protocol Fundamentals

Purpose of protocol
Precedence
Flags and symbols
Forms of address
International norms
Exercise: Precedence list

2Day 2: Official Visits

Visit planning
Programmes
Security coordination
Gifts
Media
Workshop: Visit plan

3Day 3: Ceremonies and Events

Official ceremonies
Seating plans
Banquets
Signing ceremonies
Exercise: Seating plan

4Day 4: Cross-Cultural Communication

Cultural differences
Etiquette
Negotiation styles
Interpreters
Role play: Delegation meeting

5Day 5: International Relations

Diplomatic institutions
Multilateral organisations
Economic diplomacy
Negotiation
Capstone: Official visit programme

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.

Can I take Diplomatic Protocol and International Relations online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,750 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.

Diplomatic Protocol and International Relations

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