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MA Program in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy
The Degree is offered by the Babes-Bolyai University in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy
(Berlin; Start: Fall Semester - Berlin, October 1st, 2014)
To apply, please click http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_ccds_ma

The MA Degree in International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy is offered by the Babes-Bolyai University in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy.

Program Curriculum

The program consists of 120 ECTS credits in total and has a duration of four semesters, which take place in both Berlin, Germany and Cluj, Romania. The first two semesters of the program are hosted by the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy in Berlin and the third and the forth semesters are hosted by the Babes-Bolyai University.

The degree focuses on several academic disciplines related to International Relations, International Economics, and Global Politics, with a particular emphasis on Cultural Diplomacy and its historical and contemporary application in the public sector, private sector and civil society. The degree prepares students for careers in diverse fields, such as the field of international relations, the humanities, politics, and culture, with a special focus on cultural diplomacy institutions and the application of Cultural Diplomacy in the framework of foreign policy and international economics.

Main Benefits of the Program

The main benefits of this MA program are:
• The program offers students a core curriculum of International Relations, which will prepare the student for a vast array of career opportunities across the world.
• Students will have access to an expert faculty with experience in international politics and diplomacy, and will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to work in a complex global order.
• Students will obtain an expertise in cultural diplomacy which is currently a rare yet rapidly increasing and important field within the public sector, private sector and civil society.
• Students of this program will be significantly advantaged in the political arena against students who simply obtain an MA in international relations.
• During the “Professional Training” semester of the MA students will be able to create and implement their own programs of cultural diplomacy and experience how the knowledge they have gained can be effectively applied in the professional world. This also provides the relevant professional experience and contacts that can assist students in preparing for their future careers.
• Graduates will discover that the curriculum and faculty prepare them for evolving careers in academia and all public and private international sectors.
• Access to all ICD events and programs around the world, providing students with access to prominent experts in the field including various Heads of State, Ministers, and CEOs.

Accreditation

The Master’s Degree is awarded by Babeş-Bolyai University, which is recognized as a fully accredited institution of higher education with the right to award university degrees. Babeş-Bolyai University is part of the Bologna Process set in place by the European Commission, and uses the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) to award degrees. Credits obtained through our MA program are equivalent to those of courses at universities in all other 30+ signatory countries. Students will earn 30 credits per semester during our MA program, for a total of 120 credits upon completion.

Scholarship

Scholarships, equaling up to 10% deduction of tuition costs are available for students based on educational excellence and/ or financial need. Although each scholarship request will be evaluated on an individual basis, students are expected to have an above-average grade point of 4.5 (of 5.0) in order to qualify for a grant. The Financial Aid application is a two-step process; Students interested in applying for a scholarship are required to submit their initial aid application request as soon as they have formally applied to the program, completed the first step of the application, and have been accepted into the program. Scholarships are then determined for the second and 4th semesters.


Dates & Deadlines:

The Semesters of the Academic Year 2014/2015 will take place in the following locations and dates:

• The first semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of October 01st - December 19th, 2014
• The second semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of February 17th - May 9th, 2015
• The third semester will take place in Cluj between the dates of October01st, 2015 - December 19th, 2015
• The forth semester will take place in Cluj between the dates of February 16th - May 8th, 2015

The deadline for admissions is April 15th, 2014. Students who have submitted their applications in full by April 15th, 2014 will be eligible for an interview. Applicants will be notified of the admission committee's decision within a period of 7 days following the interview.

* Current undergraduate students (who are due to graduate in the summer of 2014) are able to submit an application and participate in the pre-enrollment process, by submitting a confirmation of their current studies and their transcripts.

Program Cost

The required tuition fee for the MA in International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy is €12,000 for the full program (€6,000 per academic Year).

For more information please click
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/index.php?en_ma_about-the-degree

For further enquiries please contact us at: info@culturaldiplomacy.org

MA Program in International Relation & Cultural Diplomacy
(2 Semesters, 60 ECTS Credits;
Program Start for Summer Semester: June 2nd, 2014
Program Start for Fall Semester: October 2nd, 2014)
To apply, please click http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_ccds_ma

Program Curriculum

The program consists of 60 ECTS credits in total and has duration of two semesters, which take place in Berlin, Germany and Siena, Italy and a Professional Development Training Program, designed individually for each student. The first semester of the program is hosted by the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy in Berlin and the second semester is hosted by the University of Siena.

The degree focuses on several academic disciplines related to International Relations, International Economics, and Global Politics, with a particular emphasis on Cultural Diplomacy and its historical and contemporary application in the public sector, private sector and civil society. The degree prepares students for careers in diverse fields, such as the field of international relations, the humanities, politics, and culture, with a special focus on cultural diplomacy institutions and the application of Cultural Diplomacy in the framework of foreign policy and international economics

The degree prepares students for careers in a number of diverse fields, such as the field of international relations, the humanities, politics, and culture, with a special focus upon the application of Cultural Diplomacy in the framework of global governance and global politics.

Dates of Next Programs for 2014
For Program Start in Spring Semester: June 2nd, 2014:
The Program will take place in the following locations and dates:
• The first semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of June 2nd - July 31st, 2014
• The Professional Development Training Program will take place either between the dates of August 1st - September 30th, 2014
• The second semester will take place in Siena between the dates of October 1st - December 19th, 2014
For Program Start in Fall Semester: October 2nd, 2014:
The Program will take place in the following locations and dates:
• The first semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of October 01st - December 19th, 2014
• The second semester will take place in Siena between the dates of February 28th - May 19th, 2015
• The Professional Development Training Program will take place after the completion of the second semester

The general structure of the program is available below:
Semester 1 (30 Credits)
(Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies; Berlin, Germany)
The first semester in Berlin begins with a Preliminary Studies & Orientation component to prepare students for their academic graduate program. The main priority of the curriculum for the first semester is to provide students with a solid foundation and understanding of the history and contemporary practice of Cultural Diplomacy, as well as future applications of the field.

Mandatory Courses:
• The History and Evolution of the Field of Cultural Diplomacy
• International Case Studies of Cultural Diplomacy
• Future Trends in International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy
• Elective Courses for Semester One (two of which each student must select), include:
• Nation Branding and Unilateral Cultural Diplomacy
• Contemporary German Foreign Policy
• International Organizations
• European Politics
• Models of Cultural Diplomacy
• Soft Power, Hard Power, and Smart Power
• Cultural Diplomacy in Conflict Zones

Semester 2 (30 Credits)
(University of Siena; Siena, Italy)

Students will begin their academic studies at the University of Siena during the second semester of the program. The primary focuses of the curriculum for the second semester are the essential theories, practices, and institutions in the fields of International Relations and Global Governance. Students will attend four modular classes and will be assessed based on class participation and the completion of term papers.

Mandatory Courses:
• Negotiations and Intercultural Relations
• Theories of International Relations
• Cultural Diplomacy: Power, Influence, and Reputation
• Elective Courses for Semester Three, two of which each student must select, include:
• Idiosyncrasy and Foreign Policy Decision-Making
• Global Economic Governance
• Cultural Diplomacy and Crisis Management
• Globalization and Cultural Diplomatic Strategy
• Geo-culture: National and Regional Bran

Professional Development Training Program

The Professional Development Training Program provides students with the opportunity to apply in practice what they learn in theory in their studies. The program is of 7 weeks in duration and is to be completed after the conclusion of the first or the second semester of studies. The program may be scheduled in the period either immediately following the first semester (before the second semester) or following the second semester either in Berlin or in the location of the student's choice (however under the supervision of the student's professional advisors at the ICD).

Scholarship

Scholarships, equaling up to 10% deduction of tuition costs are available for students based on educational excellence and/ or financial need. Although each scholarship request will be evaluated on an individual basis, students are expected to have an above-average grade point of 4.5 (of 5.0) in order to qualify for a grant. The Financial Aid application is a two-step process; Students interested in applying for a scholarship are required to submit their initial aid application request as soon as they have formally applied to the program, completed the first step of the application, and have been accepted into the program. Scholarships are then determined for the second and 4th semesters.

Dates & Deadlines:

Summer Semester
• Program Start: June 2nd, 2014
Admissions Dates
• The deadline for admissions is April 15th, 2014. Students who have submitted their applications in full by April 15th, 2014 will be eligible for an interview. Applicants will be notified of the admission committee's decision within a period of 7 days following the interview.
* Current undergraduate students (who are due to graduate in the winter of 2014) are able to submit an application and participate in the pre-enrolment process, by submitting a confirmation of their current studies and their transcripts.
Enrollment Day
The semester will start on June 2nd, 2014 (Enrolment day) and will end on July 31st, 2014. Lectures begin on June 3rd, 2014

For more information please click
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/index.php?programm-curiculum-5
For further enquiries please contact us at: info@culturaldiplomacy.org

Online MA Program in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy
The Degree is offered by The International Telematic University UNINETTUNO in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy.
(Berlin; Start: Fall Semester - Berlin, February 28th, 2014)
To apply, please click http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_ccds_ma

Operating under a joint partnership, The International Telematic University UNINETTUNO and the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy are the first institutions to offer a Master of Arts degree program that will educate students from around the world in several academic disciplines related to International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy.

Program Curriculum
The Online MA Program in International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy is four semesters in duration and consists of an overall total of 120 ECTS credits. The curriculum is designed to include a mixture of video-lessons, seminars, exercises, conferences, as well as tutoring and research activities. The Online MA is divided into sixteen modules comprising both mandatory and elected subjects. For each module, a coordinator, a professor (communicating via video-lectures), and a tutorial professor (communicating interactively via the web-platform and other medium) is provided to students in order to teach each subject in a thorough and comprehensive manner. The students play an active role in their studies and interact with all of the above listed individuals due to the flexible and interactive nature of studying online. In the course of their studies, the students receive guidance via an online tutoring system, which equips them with the necessary tools for successful studies.

The use of a WEB macro-area platform known as the Didactic Cyberspace is available for all students. The Didactic Cyberspace platform aids individual learning and development as students can access useful and important information simultaneously via a single platform. The platform is for Professors, Tutors and Students and consists of three sections:

• Materials, which constitute the course contents
• Distance Tutoring
• The virtual classroom, known as the Island of Knowledge on Second Life

Main Benefits of the Program
The main benefits of the Online MA program are:

• The program offers students a core curriculum of International Relations, which will prepare the student for a vast array of career opportunities across the world.
• Students will have access to an expert faculty with experience in international politics and diplomacy, and will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to work in a complex global order.
• Students will obtain an expertise in cultural diplomacy which is currently a rare yet rapidly increasing and important field within the public sector, private sector and civil society.
Students of this program will be significantly advantaged in the political arena against students who simply obtain an MA in international relations.
• During the "Professional Training" semester of the MA students will be able to create and implement their own programs of cultural diplomacy and experience how the knowledge they have gained can be effectively applied in the professional world. This also provides the relevant professional experience and contacts that can assist students in preparing for their future careers.
• Graduates will discover that the curriculum and faculty prepare them for evolving careers in academia and all public and private international sectors.
• Access to all ICD events and programs around the world, providing students with access to prominent experts in the field.

Accreditation

The Master's Degree is awarded by The International Telematic University UNINETTUNO, which is recognized as a fully accredited institution of higher education with the right to award university degrees.

The International Telematic University UNINETTUNO is part of the Bologna Process set in place by the European Commission, and uses the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) to award degrees. Credits obtained through our MA program are equivalent to those of courses at universities in all other 30+ signatory countries. Students will earn 30 credits per semester during the MA program, a total of 120 credits upon completion.

Dates & Deadlines:
• The first semester will take place between the dates of February 28th - May 9th, 2014
• The second semester will take place between the dates of June 8th - August 15th, 2014
• The third semester will start on October 01st - December 19th, 2014
• The forth semester will start on February 16th - May 8th, 2015

The deadline for admissions is April 15th, 2014. Students who have submitted their applications in full by April 15th, 2014 will be eligible for an interview. Applicants will be notified of the admission committee's decision within a period of 7 days following the interview.

* Current undergraduate students (who are due to graduate in the summer of 2014) are able to submit an application and participate in the pre-enrollment process, by submitting a confirmation of their current studies and their transcripts.

Program Cost
The required tuition fee for the Online MA in International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy is €12,000 for the full program (€6,000 per academic Year).

Scholarships & Financial Aid
Scholarships, equaling up to 50% deduction of tuition costs are available for students based on educational excellence and/ or financial need. Although each scholarship request will be evaluated on an individual basis, students are expected to have an above-average grade point of 4.5 (of 5.0) in order to qualify for a grant. The Financial Aid application is a two-step process; Students interested in applying for a scholarship are required to submit their initial aid application request as soon as they have formally applied to the program, completed the first step of the application, and have been accepted into the program.

Scholarships are then determined for the third semester.

For more information please click
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/index.php?en_ma_ircd_online_about

For further enquiries please contact us at: info@culturaldiplomacy.org

MA Program in Analytic Philosophy with a Concentration in Cultural Diplomacy
The MA Program in Analytic Philosophy with a Concentration in Cultural Diplomacy is offered by the University of Bucharest in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy.
(Berlin; Program Start for Summer Semester: June 2nd, 2014
Berlin; Program Start for Fall Semester: October 1st, 2014)
To apply, please click http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_ccds_ma

Program Curriculum

The program curriculum consists of a total of 4 semesters. The first semester of the program takes place in Berlin at the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy and the remaining 3 semesters take place Bucharest at the University of Bucharest. The degree consists of 120 ECTS credits and provides students with an expertise in analytic philosophy and cultural diplomacy, preparing them for careers in the field of the humanities, academia, politics, international relations and beyond.

In the academic framework of the curriculum of the studies in philosophy, a special emphasis is given to cultural diplomacy and its contemporary application in the public sector, private sector and civil society. Parallel to the studies, students participate in the professional development program of the ICD in order to gain professional experience, relationships and contacts, and to develop their careers simultaneously to the MA.

Benefits of the Program

The program is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in Philosophy and Cultural Diplomacy, using a historical and case study approach. The curriculum offers an in-depth perspective over the contemporary issues and topics in the field of analytic philosophy, including the following: epistemology, philosophic logics, the philosophy of language, and the philosophy of mind. The program consists of classroom seminars supplemented by lectures at the university as well as: briefings and visits to at international and non-governmental organizations, educational events, conferences, tours, and meetings with foreign officials, which are further incorporated into the curriculum.

Students will meet with leading experts working in international organizations, governments, embassies, and academic institutions, and will engage with specialists in the areas of Philosophy, Politics, International Relations, Human Rights, Culture, Peace Building, Multilateral Diplomacy, Conflict Resolution, Development, and Economics.

The program provides students with theoretical and practical experience for both academic and professional development. It allows students to create a solid professional network and form a concrete foundation for many future academic and professional career choices.

On a practical level, the program prepares students for engagement in philosophy, the humanities, academia, the international arena, civil society, politics, governmental organizations and international economic organizations.

The general structure of the program is available below:

Semester 1 (30 Credits)
(Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies; Berlin, Germany)

The priority of the curriculum for the first semester is to provide students with a comprehensive foundation and understanding of the history of Cultural Diplomacy, the contemporary practice of Cultural Diplomacy and the future applications of Cultural Diplomacy.

Mandatory Courses for Semester One are:

• The History and Evolution of the Field of Cultural Diplomacy
• International Case Studies of Cultural Diplomacy
• Future Trends in International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy
• Elective Courses for Semester One (two of which each student must select), include:
• Nation Branding and Unilateral Cultural Diplomacy
• Contemporary German Foreign Policy
• International Organizations
• European Politics
• Professional Development
• (Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies; Berlin, Germany)

During the first semester and parallel to the four semesters of studies, students will undertake a professional development and training program at the Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies, through which each student will be able to apply in practice what they learned in theory in the first semester. The professional development will provide students with valuable professional experience and contacts in the fields that they plan to work in after the MA and can greatly improve students' chances of acquiring their preferred career.

Semester 2 (30 Credits)
(University of Bucharest; Bucharest, Romania)
During Semester two, students will begin their coursework in Analytic Philosophy and take the courses listed below.
Mandatory Courses for Semester Two include:
• The Origins of Analytic Philosophy
• Philosophical Logic
• Ontology

Semester 3 (30 Credits)
(University of Bucharest; Bucharest, Romania)
During three three Students will continue their coursework in Analytic Philosophy and take the courses listed below.
Mandatory Courses for Semester three are:
• Epistemology
• The Philosophy of Mind
• Philosophy of Language
• Semester 4 (30 Credits)
• (University of Bucharest; Bucharest, Romania)

Following three semesters of academic study, students will be qualified to write an in-depth analysis, in the form of a final thesis, on a topic of their choice related to the theme of the program. In addition to writing the Master's dissertation, students will be required to take two courses, one "The Disseration Seminar," which will guide them in the completion of their thesis.

Mandatory Courses for Semester Four are:
• Metaethics
• The Dissertation Seminar

Scholarship

Scholarships, equaling up to 10% deduction of tuition costs are available for students based on educational excellence and/ or financial need. Although each scholarship request will be evaluated on an individual basis, students are expected to have an above-average grade point of 4.5 (of 5.0) in order to qualify for a grant. The Financial Aid application is a two-step process; Students interested in applying for a scholarship are required to submit their initial aid application request as soon as they have formally applied to the program, completed the first step of the application, and have been accepted into the program. Scholarships are then determined for the second and 4th semesters.

Dates & Deadlines:

The next programs for 2014 will take place in the following locations and dates:
• The first semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of June 2nd - July 31st, 2014
• The second semester will take place in Bucharest between the dates of October01st, 2014 - December 19th, 2014
• The third & the forth semester will take place in Bucharest between the dates of February 16th - May 8th, 2015
* Parallel to the studies, students participate in the professional development program of the ICD

Summer Semester
Program Start: June 2nd, 2014
Admissions Dates
The deadline for admissions is April 15th, 2014. Students who have submitted their applications in full by April 15th, 2014 will be eligible for an interview. Applicants will be notified of the admission committee's decision within a period of 7 days following the interview.

* Current undergraduate students (who are due to graduate in the summer of 2014) are able to submit an application and participate in the pre-enrolment process, by submitting a confirmation of their current studies and their transcripts.

Enrollment Day
The semester will start on June 2nd, 2014 (Enrolment day) and will end on July 31st, 2014. Lectures begin on June 3rd, 2014


For more information please click http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/index.php?ma-program-in-analytic-philosophy

For further enquiries please contact us at: info@culturaldiplomacy.org

MA Program Globalization & Cultural Diplomacy
The Degree is offered by the University of Bucharest in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy
(Berlin; Program Start for Summer Semester: June 2nd, 2014
Berlin; Program Start for Fall Semester: October 1st, 2014)
To apply, please click http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_ccds_ma

The Degree is offered by the University of Bucharest in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy. By studying cultural diplomacy in tandem with globalization, students will gain a deep comprehension of this innovative, emerging academic field, which is gradually taking on a greater level of importance and relevance in the contemporary global arena.

Program Curriculum

The MA program follows the conventional university structure of a two-year course divided into four different semesters. Students are offered an array of optional courses to accompany mandatory courses, work experience opportunities and the final thesis. During the first year the first semester will consist of three mandatory modules and two optional as the second semester will consist of the professional development program and 2 elective courses, whilst in the second year students will continue to the University of Bucharest in Romania for the 3rd Semester and the 4th Semester- the Thesis. Part of the 4th Semester could be completed from distance as well, as the students will produce a final thesis on a related topic of choice. At the end of the forth semesters, the students will be then required to defend their Thesis at the University of Bucharest in Romania.

Main benefits of the Program

• A core curriculum of International Relations and Globalization courses, necessary for the successful preparation for a wide range of potential career opportunities around the world.
• Access to an expert faculty with vast experience in international politics, diplomacy and economics, allowing students to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to work in a complex global environment.
• The opportunity to obtain expertise in Cultural Diplomacy, a rapidly emerging and increasingly important field within the public sector, private sector and civil society.
• An exclusive and specific program that will provide significant advantages to students in the political arena compared to students who obtain a broader MA in International Relations.
• During the “Professional Development” semester of the MA, students will be able to create and implement their own programs of Cultural Diplomacy and experience how the knowledge they have gained can be effectively applied in the professional world. This also provides the relevant professional experience and contacts that can assist students in preparing for their future careers.
• Access to all ICD events and programs around the world, providing students with access to prominent experts in the field including various Heads of State, Ministers, and CEOs.
• The high quality of the curriculum and faculty provided by the Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies will provide appropriate preparation for students’ evolving careers in academia as well as in the international, public and private sectors.
• All MA students are invited to support and participate in ICD conferences and events throughout the course of their studies. This provides experience and contacts that will prove quite valuable in the professional development of the students.


Accreditation

The Master’s Degree is awarded by the University of Bucharest, which is recognized as a fully accredited institution of higher education with the right to award university degrees. The University of Bucharest is part of the Bologna Process set in place by the European Commission, and uses the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) to award degrees. As part of the Bologna Process, credits obtained through our MA program are equivalent to those of courses at universities in all other 30+ signatory countries. The amount of credits needed in order to obtain a Master’s Degree range from 90-120. Students will earn 30 credits per semester during our MA program, for a total of 120 credits upon completion.
Scholarship

Scholarships, equaling up to 10% deduction of tuition costs are available for students based on educational excellence and/ or financial need. Although each scholarship request will be evaluated on an individual basis, students are expected to have an above-average grade point of 4.5 (of 5.0) in order to qualify for a grant. The Financial Aid application is a two-step process; Students interested in applying for a scholarship are required to submit their initial aid application request as soon as they have formally applied to the program, completed the first step of the application, and have been accepted into the program. Scholarships are then determined for the second and 4th semesters.

Dates & Deadlines

The next programs for 2014 will take place in the following locations and dates:
• The first semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of June 2nd - July 31st, 2014
• The second semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of August 1st - September 30th, 2014
• The third semester will take place in Bucharest between the dates of October01st, 2014 - December 19th, 2014
• The forth semester will take place in Bucharest between the dates of February 16th - May 8th, 2015

The deadline for admissions is April 15th, 2014. Students who have submitted their applications in full by April 15th, 2014 will be eligible for an interview. Applicants will be notified of the admission committee's decision within a period of 7 days following the interview.

* Current undergraduate students (who are due to graduate in the summer of 2014) are able to submit an application and participate in the pre-enrollment process, by submitting a confirmation of their current studies and their transcripts.


Program Cost
The required tuition fee for the MA in Globalization and Cultural Diplomacy is €12,000 for the full program (€3,000 per semester).

For more information please click http://www.ma-globalization.de/

For further enquiries please contact us at: info@culturaldiplomacy.org

MA Program Global Governance & Cultural Diplomacy
The Degree is offered by the University of Siena in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy
(2 Semesters, 60 ECTS Credits;
Program Start for Summer Semester: June 2nd, 2014
Program Start for Fall Semester: October 2nd, 2014)
To apply, please click http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_ccds_ma

The Degree is offered by the University of Siena in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy. By studying cultural diplomacy in tandem with global governance, students will gain a deep comprehension of this innovative, emerging academic field, which is gradually taking on a greater level of importance and relevance in the contemporary global arena.

Program Curriculum

The MA in Global Governance and Cultural Diplomacy is a yearlong program spread over three semesters.
• The first semester is spent in Berlin, at the ICD Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies. The main priority of the curriculum for the first semester is to provide students with a solid foundation and understanding of the history and contemporary practice of Cultural Diplomacy, as well as future applications of the field.
• The second semester of the program will begin at the University of Siena. The primary focuses of the curriculum for the second semester are the essential theories, practices, and institutions in the fields of International Relations and Global Governance. Students will attend four modular classes and will be assessed based on class participation and the completion of term papers.
• The second semester will be followed by a professional development semester, the aim of which is to assist students in their future careers.

Main Benefits of the Program

The main benefits of this MA program are:
• A core curriculum of global governance and Cultural Diplomacy courses, taught from an inter-disciplinary approach encompassing political, economic, social and cultural influences on the two emerging fields.
• Access to an expert faculty with vast experience in international politics, diplomacy and economics, allowing students to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to work in a complex global environment.
• The opportunity to obtain expertise in Cultural Diplomacy and global governance, both rapidly growing and increasingly important fields within the public sector, private sector and civil society.
• An exclusive and specific program that will provide significant advantages to students in the political arena compared to students who obtain a broader MA in International Relations.
• During the “Professional Development” segment of the MA, students will be able to create and implement their own programs of Cultural Diplomacy and global governance, and experience how the knowledge they have gained can be effectively applied in the professional world. This also provides the relevant professional experience and contacts that can assist students in preparing for their future careers.
• Access to all ICD events and programs around the world, providing students with access to prominent experts in the field including various Heads of State, Ministers, and CEOs.
• The high quality of the curriculum and faculty provided by the Centre for Cultural Diplomacy Studies will provide appropriate preparation for students’ evolving careers in academia as well as in the international, public and private sectors.
• All MA students are invited to support and participate in ICD conferences and events throughout the course of their studies. This provides experience and contacts that will prove quite valuable in the professional development of the students.

Accreditation

The Master’s Degree is awarded by the University of Siena, which is recognized as a fully accredited institution of higher education with the right to award university degrees. The University of Siena is part of the Bologna Process set in place by the European Commission, and uses the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) to award degrees. Credits obtained through our MA program are equivalent to those of courses at universities in all other 30+ signatory countries.. Upon Completion of the Program students will earn 60 credits.

Scholarship

Scholarships, equaling up to 10% deduction of tuition costs are available for students based on educational excellence and/ or financial need. Although each scholarship request will be evaluated on an individual basis, students are expected to have an above-average grade point of 4.5 (of 5.0) in order to qualify for a grant. The Financial Aid application is a two-step process; Students interested in applying for a scholarship are required to submit their initial aid application request as soon as they have formally applied to the program, completed the first step of the application, and have been accepted into the program. Scholarships are then determined for the second and 4th semesters.

Dates & Deadlines
For Program Start in Spring Semester: June 2nd, 2014:
The Program will take place in the following locations and dates:
• The first semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of June 2nd - July 31st, 2014
• The Professional Development Training Program will take place either between the dates of August 1st - September 30th, 2014
• The second semester will take place in Siena between the dates of October 1st - December 19th, 2014

For Program Start in Fall Semester: October 2nd, 2014:
The Program will take place in the following locations and dates:
• The first semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of October 01st - December 19th, 2014
• The second semester will take place in Siena between the dates of February 28th - May 19th, 2015
• The Professional Development Training Program will take place after the completion of the second semester

The deadline for admissions is April 15th, 2014. Students who have submitted their applications in full by April 15th, 2014 will be eligible for an interview. Applicants will be notified of the admission committee's decision within a period of 7 days following the interview.

* Current undergraduate students (who are due to graduate in the winter of 2014) are able to submit an application and participate in the pre-enrolment process, by submitting a confirmation of their current studies and their transcripts.

Program Cost

The required tuition fee for the MA in Global Governance and Cultural Diplomacy is €9,000 for the full program.

For more information please click http://www.ma-globalization.de/
For further enquiries please contact us at: info@culturaldiplomacy.org

MA Program in International Economics & Cultural Diplomacy
The Degree is offered by the Babes-Bolyai University in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy
(Berlin; Start: Fall Semester - Berlin, October 1st, 2014)
To apply, please click http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_ccds_ma

The MA Degree in International Economics & Cultural Diplomacy is offered by the Babes-Bolyai University in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy.

Program Curriculum

The program consists of 120 ECTS credits in total and has duration of four semesters, which take place in Berlin, Germany and Cluj, Romania. The first two semesters of the program are hosted by the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy in Berlin and the third and the forth semesters are hosted by the Babes-Bolyai University.

The degree focuses on several academic disciplines related to International Relations, International Economics, and Global Politics, with a particular emphasis on cultural diplomacy and its historical and contemporary application in the public sector, private sector and civil society. The degree prepares students for careers in diverse fields, such as the field of international relations, the humanities, business, the financial sector, politics and culture, with a special focus on Cultural Diplomacy institutions and the application of Cultural Diplomacy in the framework of foreign policy and international economics.

Benefits of the Program

• The program offers students a core curriculum in international relations and international business education, preparing the future leaders of tomorrow for the leadership, marketing, and strategic skills they will need to build careers in economics or business.
• Students will have access to an expert Faculty with experience in international economics and diplomacy, and will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in a changing global order.
• Students will obtain an expertise in Cultural Diplomacy, currently an underutilized but increasingly significant business and international relations tool.
• The curriculum and Faculty prepare graduates for careers in academia, economic governance, advocacy, international relations and all branches of the international private sector.
• Students will be uniquely situated to create and implement their own programs of Corporate Cultural Diplomacy.
• The program will allow students to study with distinguished and renowned faculties from around the world, enabling contacts with experts in organizations affiliated with international business and economics.
• Students of this program will be significantly advantaged in the economics arena compared to students who simply obtain an MA in International Economics or International Affairs.
• During the “Professional Training” semester of the MA, students will be able to create and implement their own programs of Cultural Diplomacy.
• Graduates will discover that the curriculum and faculty prepare them for evolving careers in academia, business, finance, and all public and private international sectors.

Accreditation

The Master’s Degree is awarded by Babeş-Bolyai University, which is recognized as a fully accredited institution of higher education with the right to award university degrees. Babeş-Bolyai University is part of the Bologna Process set in place by the European Commission, and uses the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) to award degrees. Credits obtained through our MA program are equivalent to those of courses at universities in all other 30+ signatory countries.



Scholarship

Scholarships, equaling up to 10% deduction of tuition costs are available for students based on educational excellence and/ or financial need. Although each scholarship request will be evaluated on an individual basis, students are expected to have an above-average grade point of 4.5 (of 5.0) in order to qualify for a grant. The Financial Aid application is a two-step process; Students interested in applying for a scholarship are required to submit their initial aid application request as soon as they have formally applied to the program, completed the first step of the application, and have been accepted into the program. Scholarships are then determined for the second and 4th semesters.

Dates & Deadlines:

The Semesters of the Academic Year 2014/2015 will take place in the following locations and dates:

• The first semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of October 01st - December 19th, 2014
• The second semester will take place in Berlin between the dates of February 17th - May 9th, 2015
• The third semester will take place in Cluj between the dates of October01st, 2015 - December 19th, 2015
• The forth semester will take place in Cluj between the dates of February 16th - May 8th, 2015

The deadline for admissions is April 15th, 2014. Students who have submitted their applications in full by April 15th, 2014 will be eligible for an interview. Applicants will be notified of the admission committee's decision within a period of 7 days following the interview.

* Current undergraduate students (who are due to graduate in the summer of 2014) are able to submit an application and participate in the pre-enrollment process, by submitting a confirmation of their current studies and their transcripts.

Program Cost

The required tuition fee for the MA in International Economics and Cultural Diplomacy is 12,000 Euros for the full program (6,000 Euros per Academic Year).


For more information please click http://www.ma-internationaleconomics.de/

For further enquiries please contact us at: info@culturaldiplomacy.org

The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (CCDS) is the world's leading center for the study of Cultural Diplomacy, offering educational and professional development opportunities for individuals, interested in pursuing further education and careers in academia, diplomacy, government, and/or the private sector, related either wholly or in part to the field of Cultural Diplomacy.
The CCDS programs are divided into the following categories: Distance Learning Courses, Professional Development Certificate Programs, and Degree Programs in Cultural Diplomacy.

The CCDS Degree Programs operate under a joint partnership between the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy and leading European universities. The Degrees are all awarded by the Universities, which are recognized as fully accredited institutions of higher education with the right to award university degrees, are part of the Bologna Process set in place by the European Commission, and use the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) to award degrees. The programs provide the students with the advantage of learning in various major European cities and thus the opportunity to gain academic, professional and personal experience from living in different cultures.

To view the list of our BA and MA degree programs offered, please visit: http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/index.php?en_ccds_master-programs_list-of-programs

We offer also one PHD program- further information is found under: http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/index.php?en_phd_ge

For more information, please visit our website at www.ccds-berlin.de , or write us an e-mail at info@culturaldiplomacy.org

The International Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Africa 2014
“Building Economic Bridges to Enhance African Sustainable Development and Economic Growth"
(Berlin; August 6th - 8th, 2014)
www.icd-international-symposium-africa.org

The International Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Africa 2014 will present the importance of building cultural bridges for the benefits of African national security, economy, and well-being of African citizens, while illustrating the cost-effective advantages of such programs compared to other policy alternatives. The Symposium will bring together African legislators, representatives of the private sector and civil society as well as representatives from the international community to initiate joint-programs that will increase the volume of the African Union and national governments' engagement in cultural diplomacy. The Symposium will campaign for new programs, increased budgets and greater governmental attention of the unique opportunities practicing cultural diplomacy can bring. The Symposium will also publish a report based on the speeches and suggestions from all speakers and participants, which will be delivered to the African Union, African government's policy and decision-makers as well as to the international community.

Symposium Agenda

During the conference, the following themes and issues will be explored:
The Future of Sustainable Development in Africa
Sustainable Development Standards and Policies in Africa
Innovative Strategies for the Future Progress and Success
The Role of Cultural Diplomacy in furthering Sustainable Development in Africa

Symposium Participants

Participation in the conference is open to governmental & diplomatic officials, academics, artists, journalists, civil society practitioners, private sector representatives, young professionals and students as well as other interested individuals from across the world.

Symposium Speakers & Delegates

Speakers and delegates during the symposium will include leading politicians, chief diplomats, leading governmental officials, senior academics, renowned authors, journalists, and celebrated artists. These speakers will include a large number of individuals from the ICD Advisory Board.

Participant Papers

The Academy for Cultural Diplomacy encourages academic research and analysis of issues related to the goals of the Symposia, and would therefore like to welcome participants to submit a paper they would like to be considered for delivery at the Symposium. Following the Symposium, the papers will be included in the proposal document that will be issued and sent to all governments and leaders of the international community.

Certificate of Attendance

All conference participants will be awarded an official certificate of attendance upon completion of the program, which will provide details of the speakers who took part and the topics discussed. Each certificate will be signed by members of the Conference Committee.

If you would like to reserve a position and participate in the conference, please click on the link below and submit the online application form:
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?cccs-2013
For further information please contact us info@culturaldiplomacy.org
To view the complete, recently announced ICD calendar of programs and events for 2014, please visit http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_calendar

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The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies
www.ccds-berlin.de
The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (of the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy) offers educational and professional development opportunities for individuals interested in pursuing further education and careers in academia, diplomacy, government, and/or the private sector. The information enclosed below provides further details on the events and programs of the CCDS. We hope you will be able to join and we look forward to having your participation.

BA, MA & PhD Programs in Cultural Diplomacy
In cooperation with: the Furtwangen University (HFU), Germany; the University of Siena, Italy; the University of Bucharest, Romania; the Babes-Bolyai University (BBU), Romania
(Berlin; Next Programs Start: Fall Semester –November 17th, 2014)
www.ccds-berlin.de
The Degree Programs operate under a joint partnership between the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy and leading European universities. The Degrees are all awarded by the Universities, which are recognized as fully accredited institutions of higher education with the right to award university degrees.

The CCDS is currently accepting applications for the following programs:
• BA Program in Political Science with concentration on Cultural Diplomacy
• Combined BA-MA Program in Political Science, Global Governance and Cultural Diplomacy
• One Year MA in Global Governance & Cultural Diplomacy
• MA in Globalization & Cultural Diplomacy with concentration on International Relations
• MA in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy
• MA in International Economics, Business & Cultural Diplomacy
• Online MA in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy
• PhD Program in International Relation & Cultural Diplomacy
To apply please submit the online application form found HERE:
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_ccds_ma

The International Symposia on Cultural Diplomacy 2014
"Applied Cultural Diplomacy: An Interdisciplinary Analysis of Best Practices"
(April-September 2014; Rome, Strasbourg, Brussels, Washington D.C., Baltimore, NYC, Cetinje, Madrid, Berlin, Copenhagen, Seoul, Paris, Moscow)
www.i-s-c-d.org
The International Symposia on Cultural Diplomacy is now 7 year old and has become the world's largest event series in the field of Cultural Diplomacy. The seventh Symposia will take place in 2014 and will include large-scale events that will take place in different major capital cities around the world in cooperation with governments, leading academic institutions and civil society organizations throughout the months of April - September 2014.

The 2014 Symposia will focus on and explore best practices & future strategies for applied cultural diplomacy; and thus strengthen relations between states & communities and contribute to more just and harmonic relations between societies.

We are currently accepting applications for the following conferences:

To apply please submit the online application form found HERE:
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?cccs-2013

Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in the Nordic Countries
“Nordic Strategies for Regional Development, Cooperation, Peacekeeping, and Humanitarian Assistance”
(Copenhagen; September 8th - 9th, 2014)
www.Cultural-Diplomacy-in-the-Nordics.org

Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in the Francophone Region
"The Role of Cultural Diplomacy in the Francophone Region"
(Paris; September 21nd - 23th, 2014)
www.CulturalDiplomacy-Francophone.org


Professional Development
Certificate Programs in Cultural Diplomacy
(Berlin; Next Programs Start: November 3rd – 14th, 2014)
www.ccds-berlin.de
The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies developed the Certificate Programs in Cultural Diplomacy in order to offer and provide participants with comprehensive, tailored learning opportunities in a number of related fields. Each program features lectures, seminars and workshops lead by experts from the fields of international politics, diplomacy, academia, civil society, and the private sector.

The CCDS is currently accepting applications for the following programs:

To apply please submit the online application form found HERE:
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_certificate-program
• International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy
• Global Governance & Cultural Diplomacy
• Cultural Diplomacy & Conflict Zone Mediation
• Cultural Diplomacy, Sustainable Development & the Global Markets
• Cultural Diplomacy & the European-African Alliance
• Weeklong Seminars in Cultural Diplomacy


E-Learning Programs in Cultural Diplomacy
Professional Development Programs in Cultural Diplomacy
(Next Starting Date: September 1st - 30th, 2014)
www.ccds-distance-learning.de
The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies has developed the E-Learning Programs in order to offer individuals interested in the field of Cultural Diplomacy and related areas the opportunity to increase their knowledge and experience in this fascinating and expanding field. The E-Learning Programs have been designed to be studied at a distance, giving students the flexibility to study from any location in the world within a structured and supportive framework.

The CCDS is currently accepting applications for the following programs:

To apply please submit the online application form found HERE.
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_ccds_e-learning
• International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy
• Global Governance & Cultural Diplomacy
• Cultural Diplomacy, Sustainable Development & the Global Markets
• Cultural Diplomacy & the New Media
• Cultural Diplomacy & Conflict Zone Mediation
• Cultural Diplomacy for Diplomats


Organization for Youth Education & Development
Young Leaders' Forums
(Forthcoming Weeklong Seminars & Conferences)
(Next Programs for Fall 2014:
Berlin, November 5th – 10th, 2014; London, October 15th - 17th, 2014)
www.oyed.org
The OYED Young Leaders' Forums are international networks of like-minded young individuals with an interest in developing, supporting, and sustaining intercultural relations. Over the past decade, the OYED Young Leaders' Forums have grown to become one of Europe’s largest independent, cultural exchange organizations, hosting programs that facilitate interaction among young individuals of all cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds from across the world.

To view the Calendar of the forthcoming forums, please click HERE:
http://www.oyed.org/index.php?en_ylf_calendar-of-events

To apply please submit the online application form found HERE:
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_weeklong-seminars

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Symposium sur la Diplomatie Culturelle dans les pays Francophones
«Le rôle de la Diplomatie Culturelle dans les pays Francophones»
(Paris, du 21 au 23Septembre 2014)

Chers amis et collègues,

Par la Présente, l'Institut pour la Diplomatie Culturelle a l’honneur de vous inviter à participer à son symposium sur la Diplomatie Culturelle dans les pays Francophones, organisé par l’IDC en partenariat avec d'autres organisations de premier plan.
Nous vous prions de trouver ci-dessous de plus amples informations quant au symposium.
Nous vous serions reconnaissants de transmettre cette invitation à toute personne que vous jugez susceptible d’être intéressée par cet évènement.

Symposium sur la Diplomatie Culturelle dans les Pays Francophones
«Le rôle de la Diplomatie Culturelle dans les Pays Francophones»
(Paris, du 21 au 23 Septembre 2014)
www.CulturalDiplomacy-Francophone.org
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Après la Seconde Guerre mondiale, les transformations qui ont marqué le début d'une nouvelle ère dans les pays francophones, avec la tâche immense de reconstruire les villes, les cultures et les sociétés, ont constitué une expérience politique unique et incomparable, avec d'importantes leçons à conférer au reste du monde.

Alors que la France maintient son engagement pour la stabilité de la région francophone, et pour ses membres qui partagent non seulement une langue, mais incarnent aussi une solidarité autour de valeurs communes et l'objectif commun d'assurer un avenir harmonieux, il existe toujours le besoin constant d'utiliser les outils modernes disponibles afin de maintenir et de développer une coopération réussie.

De plus, alors que les politiques économiques sont la principale préoccupation de chacun, la montée d’opinions divergentes sur des questions telles que l’engagement militaire et la nature de la gouvernance supranationale menacent de diviser la région, testant ainsi l’engagement des pays membres de la francophonie.

Il est évident qu'une plus grande confiance à l'égard d'une diplomatie fondée sur la culture n'est en aucun cas une solution miracle pour répondre aux problèmes complexes qui affectent le monde, mais poussera certainement à la poursuite d’une entente francophone afin de résoudre certains des défis essentiels à la promotion d'une coopération régionale durable et pacifique.

La conférence se déroulera sur une période de deux jours à Paris et aura lieu au Sénat français.
La conférence vise à accroître la prise de conscience et la compréhension des fondements historiques et théoriques de la Francophonie et le rôle que peut jouer la diplomatie culturelle pour unir les pays francophones aujourd'hui.

Basée à Paris, la conférence aura lieu au Sénat français et dans un certain nombre de lieux politiques, historiques et culturels importants de la ville.

Les orateurs et les délégués du symposium comprendront des responsables politiques, des diplomates, les principaux responsables gouvernementaux, des universitaires de haut niveau, des auteurs de renom, des journalistes et des artistes célèbres. Ces conférenciers comprennent un grand nombre d'individus du Conseil consultatif de l’Institut pour la Diplomatie Culturelle. Pour en savoir plus sur le Conseil consultatif de l’Institut pour la Diplomatie Culturelle, cliquez ici.

Les orateurs et les délégués du symposium comprennent :

• Président Abdou Diouf, Secrétaire Général de la Francophonie
• Madame Michèle Alliot-Marie, ancien ministre des Affaires étrangères de la France
Monsieur Eric Revel, directeur général de La Chaîne Info
• Monsieur Christian Duval, directeur de Sciences-Po Aix
• Madame Laurence Parisot, ancien président du MEDEF (à confirmer)
• Monsieur Gérard Larcher, 5ème président du Sénat Français

Nous vous remercions pour toute votre attention et pour votre collaboration dans le partage des nouvelles de nos prochains événements. Si vous ne souhaitez pas recevoir de courriels de l’IDC à l'avenir, s'il vous plaît envoyez-nous un e-mail à info@culturaldiplomacy.org en indiquant cela.

Nous vous prions d'agréer, Madame, Monsieur, nos salutations les plus distinguées,

Mark C. Donfried
Directeur Général
Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD)
Kurfürstendamm 207-8 Berlin, Germany-10719
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Phone: 00.49.(0)30.2360-7680
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