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Malaysia di Luar Negara (SPKM) whose main function is to consolidate operations at Malaysia’s embassies/high commissions. Under SPKM, all operations by agencies/ departments/ministries at embassies/high commissions abroad are under the supervision of the Heads of Mission. Before an overseas assignment, it is necessary for offcers and their spouses to be exposed to the various tools and skills of international diplomacy and be fully prepared and aware of what is expected of them abroad. This course is designed to enhance the skills required in international diplomacy as well as instil the necessary interpersonal, managerial and social skills of offcials prior to their assignments abroad. It is to ensure that offcials and their spouses are well acquainted with their role and responsibilities. They would also be taught the various aspects of protocol, diplomatic privileges and immunities, cross-cultural communication, etiquette and personal grooming, management of Malaysia’s embassies/high commissions, presentation skills, security issues of working and living abroad, family life as well as ethics in the civil service. Target Group Malaysian civil servants and their spouses who are nominated by their ministries/ agencies/department. Learning Outcomes By the end of this course, the participants should be able: U To possess the necessary knowledge related to working at Malaysia’s embassy/ high commission; U To develop their professional and interpersonal skills; U To gain exposure on varied functions and duties abroad; and 35 U To instil esprit de corps to ensure smooth and effective performance and teamwork during their assignment. Course Methodology The training approach will focus on practical experience-sharing and interactive sessions with relevant professionals, representatives from the public and private sectors, and retired Malaysian diplomats. The training approach also includes classroom lectures, group and panel discussions, and study visits. The focus will be to impart the knowledge, skills and experiences of those who have served in Malaysia’s embassies/high commission abroad to the participants. 2015 Prospectus