Governance & Public Policy
International Relations & Diplomacy
Understand global affairs and the practice of diplomacy and negotiation.
Curriculum
Your six-week path
Each week meets once and builds on the previous session, ending in a hands-on capstone.
- 1Week 1
Foundations of International Relations
Understand the international system.
- Concepts and history of IR
- The state and sovereignty
- Theories: realism, liberalism, constructivism
- Actors in world politics
- 2Week 2
Global Governance
Understand international institutions.
- The United Nations system
- Regional organizations
- International law
- Global governance challenges
- 3Week 3
Foreign Policy
Understand how states act abroad.
- Foreign policy analysis
- National interest and decision-making
- Instruments of foreign policy
- Soft and hard power
- 4Week 4
Diplomacy in Practice
Learn the craft of diplomacy.
- Types and functions of diplomacy
- Diplomatic protocol and practice
- Negotiation and mediation
- Multilateral diplomacy
- 5Week 5
Security & Economy
Understand key global issues.
- International security
- Conflict and cooperation
- International political economy
- Trade and development
- 6Week 6
Contemporary Issues & Capstone
Apply IR to today's world.
- Globalization and transnational issues
- Climate, migration, and technology
- Case studies and simulations
- Capstone: diplomatic negotiation simulation
Levels
Choose the level that fits you
International Relations & Diplomacy is offered at five levels. Sign up for the one that matches your current experience.
- 1
Beginner
Start from the fundamentalsFor students who are new to the subject. Covers core concepts, key terms, and the basics you need to get started with confidence.
- 2
Intermediate
Build on what you knowFor students with some prior knowledge. Goes deeper into practical skills, tools, and real-world application of the fundamentals.
- 3
Advanced
Master complex skillsFor experienced students ready for challenging material, advanced techniques, and independent problem-solving.
- 4
Professional
Industry-ready expertiseFor working professionals. Focuses on workplace scenarios, best practices, and the standards expected in the field.
- 5
Diploma
Full certification trackA comprehensive track combining all levels toward a Fisko Foundation diploma, with a final assessment and certificate of completion.
Test your knowledge
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1. Diplomacy is mainly about:
2. An embassy represents:
3. A treaty is:
4. Multilateralism refers to:
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