ECONOMIC DIPLOMACY COURSE FOR INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPANTS

Eligible Countries

Eligible for all countries


Background

Given the complexity due to the globalisation of the world economy today, the role of diplomats therefore has become more significant and diverse; demanding them to have strong negotiating skills and a business sense at the same time; convincing foreign investors; knowing how to balance national economic interest and international trade opportunities; all in the spirit of advancing best national economic interests.


Objective

  • To gain knowledge and skills related to trade negotiation and agreement.

  • To learn how to become an interface between national firms and potential foreign joint-venture partners.

  • To comprehend the basic skills of decision-making and negotiation in the global economic arena.

  • To take part in international trade negotiations effectively.


Course Outline

The course content will include, among others:


● Malaysia’s Foreign Policy

● WTO: Establishment and Challenges

● Economic Diplomacy - Malaysia Practices

● Malaysia’s International Trade Policy and Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

● Strategic Thinking for Return of Investments (ROI)

● Country Promotion, Narrative and Branding

● Islamic Finance and Investments

● Upcoming Economic Opportunities

● International Business Etiquette

● International Negotiation

● Digital Economy

● Palm Oil for Economic Development

● Ambassador Sharing Session

● Country Report (Assignment)

● Study Tour

● Cultural Visit



Methodologies

The course content will include, among others:


● Malaysia’s Foreign Policy

● WTO: Establishment and Challenges

● Economic Diplomacy - Malaysia Practices

● Malaysia’s International Trade Policy and Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

● Strategic Thinking for Return of Investments (ROI)

● Country Promotion, Narrative and Branding

● Islamic Finance and Investments

● Upcoming Economic Opportunities

● International Business Etiquette

● International Negotiation

● Digital Economy

● Palm Oil for Economic Development

● Ambassador Sharing Session

● Country Report (Assignment)

● Study Tour

● Cultural Visit