Leadership Crisis Management

1.5 Credits · Level: Graduate, Undergraduate

Diplomatic leadership – in an embassy, the foreign ministry, or the broader foreign policy-making community – requires exceptional planning, communication and analytical skills. This course focuses particularly on diplomatic leadership during times of crisis, and uses cases studies to delve into the types of challenges faced by the foreign policy community. Special attention is paid to honing the skills needed to navigate through diplomatic crises while protecting national interests. Learning outcomes/sub-topics: -Understand the types of crises faced by diplomats working in embassies, foreign ministries, and the broader foreign policy-making community. -Analyze case studies and practice the planning, communication and analytical skills needed to navigate through diplomatic crises while protecting national interests