Global Diplomacy - Diplomacy in the Modern World

Global Diplomacy - Diplomacy in the Modern World is a self-paced online course offered on Coursera by the University of London in partnership with SOAS. The MOOC comprises five modules across five weeks of material (organized into readings, short videos and weekly assignments) and is designed to introduce learners to key theories, historical contexts, changing practices of diplomacy, and contemporary debates in international studies.

The course is estimated at around 7 hours to complete and uses a mix of videos, readings, assignments and discussion prompts. Learners will gain a critical understanding of the nature and development of global diplomacy, insight into changes in diplomatic practice, and analytical skills for evaluating diplomatic actors and settings.

Materials include lectures and guest contributions from academics and practitioners (examples listed on the page include Dr Michele Acuto, Prof Jason Dittmar, Dr Dan Plesch, Prof Naoko Shimazu and Baroness Valerie Amos). The course is suitable for adult learners, university students and professionals interested in politics, international relations and related fields.

To earn a Certificate and access graded assessments you must purchase the Certificate experience; financial aid is available. The course is delivered remotely on Coursera with a flexible schedule and no fixed intake dates.