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Course Name Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP): Diplomatic Training Course for International Participants 1/2015 Date 23 February-13 March 2015 Course Name Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP): Diplomatic Training Course for International Participants 2/2015 Date 19 October-6 November 2015 Aim The course aims to provide exposure on the various aspects of theories, practices and elements of diplomacy and international affairs. Rationale In today’s world where the essence and practice of diplomacy and foreign relations have evolved and are ever changing, diplomats need to equip themselves with the right knowledge and skills to face these new challenges. This three-week course sets to meet that challenge. It aims to upgrade the standard of professionalism and effectiveness of diplomats in the performance of their duties at home and abroad. The Institute hopes to contribute towards efforts undertaken by developing countries to create a well-rounded corps of professional and skilled diplomatic offcers who can effectively promote their countries’ interests in the international arena. 12 Target Group Junior to mid-career diplomats and government offcers whose tasks and functions are related to diplomacy and international relations. Learning Outcomes By the end of this course, the participants should be able: U To enhance their knowledge and diplomatic skills in the conduct of diplomatic and foreign relations; U To enhance their operational skills and competencies in performing their duties as diplomatic offcers; U To gain exposure on basic theories, strategies and techniques in conducting negotiations and cross-cultural communication; 2015 Prospectus