Qualification Overview

This qualification is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of cultural diplomacy and its impact on international relations. The course delves into the history, significance, and current practices of cultural diplomacy, emphasizing how cultural exchange, arts, and cultural policies contribute to diplomacy and soft power strategies. Students will explore how these elements influence international relations, promote intercultural understanding, and foster global cooperation.

The program examines the intersection of cultural policies with diplomacy and global cultural governance at both national and international levels. Emphasis is placed on understanding how cultural policies shape and are shaped by diplomatic and soft power strategies, and how they contribute to global cultural governance. This approach provides students with a nuanced perspective on the role of cultural diplomacy in shaping international relations and global cooperation.

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Units

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the concept and theoretical foundations of cultural diplomacy
• Analyze the role of cultural diplomacy in international relations
• Evaluate the impact of cultural diplomacy on global perceptions and policies
• Understand the significance of cultural exchange in fostering international relations
• Analyze the mechanisms and strategies of cultural exchange programs
• Evaluate the role of cultural exchange in promoting global cooperation and peace
• Understand the relationship between cultural policy and diplomacy
• Analyze the impact of cultural policies on international relations
• Evaluate the challenges and opportunities in global cultural governance

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Entry Requirements

• Learners who possess Qualifications at Level 2 and/or;
• Learners who have work experience in a business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;
• Learners who possess a level 3 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their careers in business management.