Overview of the program

The United Nations Institute for Research and Training (UNITAR) is glad to announce its Diplomacy 4.0 Training Programme in Autumn 2021. Its primary purpose is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to fight pressing issues at the intersection of diplomacy and technology. Furthermore, the course subject explores the relationship between diplomacy and areas of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, scientific advancements and other substantial issues, paving the ground for the next generation of international affairs professionals.

Details

Application deadline:

Organizer: UNITAR

Program dates:

• Immersion Programme:11 October – 20 November 2021
• Field Visit: 22 – 26 November 2021

Price:

Field visit: 2300$

E-learning: 3880%

Location: Geneva, Switzerland

Program content

The program comprises two parts: a 6-week e-Learning course on the UNITAR online platform, and a 5-day field visit to Geneva, Switzerland. Both components will be implemented directly after each other consecutively.

E-Learning course

The e-learning course is a self-paced one that requires 6-8 hours of studying per week. It includes weekly reading material, multimedia files as well as discussion boards including the exchange of views with fellow participants and instructors.

Course modules include:

• 1: The Neoteric Diplomat
• 2: Digital and Cyber Diplomacy
• 3: Cybersecurity
• 4: Artificial Intelligence
• 5: Internet Governance
• 6: Science Diplomacy

5-Day Field Visit 

Directly after the course, participants are invited to Geneva for a head-on training program. Hosted in the historic Palais des Nations, UNITAR will offer  a unique agenda comprising the following elements:

• Expert lectures
• Training workshops
• Multilateral conferences
• Private guided tours
• Career development sessions

In addition, through the Training Programme, participants will also be able to attend real multilateral conferences on the topic as well as to visit the following Geneva-based organizations:

• United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG)
• International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
• European Centre for Nuclear Research (CERN)
• World Economic Forum (WEF)
• World Trade Organization (WTO)

Program objective

The program aims to equip participants with knowledge and skills in diplomacy, allowing them to work more effectively and efficiently in any international environment.

Premium Package

Participants also enjoy the chance to choose a Diplomacy 4.0 Training Program premium package that includes tuition fees for both e-Learning course and field visit to Geneva.

Benefits

• For premium package participants, accommodation in the city will be provided.
• The training is created and facilitated by established experts working at UN agencies.
• UNITAR staff assists in the organizational aspects of the course and cooperates with participants.
• Will acquire unique experience of the UN and Geneva’s work.
• At the end of the program, attendants will receive a UNITAR Certificate of Completion

Who can participate?

• The Diplomacy 4.0 Training Programme aims to introduce the concept to the wider public and improve awareness of the upcoming challenges facing diplomats and other international affairs experts.
• Therefore, the program is mostly best suits diplomats and foreign ministry officials. These can also be other government officials and participants from the broader diplomatic community, including the private sector, civil society and academia.
• To ensure the highest quality standards, the institute only accepts a maximum of 15 participants for the upcoming spring edition.

How to apply?

Interested applicants can apply for the program components separately at the following links.

Register at the Diplomacy 4.0 Training Program – Field Visit only click HERE. The deadline is 14 November 2021.

Apply for the Diplomacy 4.0 Training Program – E-learning course + Field Visit click here. The deadline for application is 3 October 2021.

Also, go to the main UNITAR website for additional information about the training.

Note: slots are limited so apply as soon as possible.