Programme of Events
The International Centre for Protocol and Diplomacy with it’s partners will be organising
The Advanced Management Programme on Protocol Leadership and Diplomacy
The two-day executive programme is tailored for senior professionals who wish to deepen their expertise in diplomatic protocol, strategic leadership, and global engagement. The programme includes a Learning Visit and Diplomatic Tour in Vienna.
Core Learning Areas
Diplomatic protocol for international engagements
Leadership strategies for influence, collaboration, and institutional effectiveness
Cultural intelligence, ethics, and non-verbal communication
Integrating protocol leadership into organisational frameworks
Assessing impacts on reputation, partnerships, and crisis response
Day 4 — Thursday, 14 May 2026 (Budapest)
Dual Programme Day
A. Advanced Management Programme (Training Day 1)
Cultural sensitivity & global etiquette
Crisis management
Applied simulation exercises
Leadership roundtable
Certification briefing
B. Connecting Global Women Leaders: Strategic Trade Mission
Empowering Women in Business and Diplomacy
Dialogue with women ambassadors and business leaders
Panel: Women shaping the future of global protocol
Trade and investment showcase
B2B and B2G engagement sessions
Networking lunch
Strategic partnership announcements
Day 5 — Friday, 15 May 2026 (Vienna)
Learning Visit, Diplomatic Tour & Engagement Programme
Visit to an international organisation (multilateral protocol and governance)
Guided diplomatic tour of Vienna
Professional exchange session with Vienna-based diplomats
Cultural immersion at Schönbrunn Palace or Hofburg Palace
- Target Audience
Ambassadors, diplomats, and government representatives
Directors, heads of mission, and senior protocol officials
Business leaders and corporate diplomats
Educators, scholars, and researchers
Students and early-career professionals
NGO leaders and development practitioners
Advocates of World Protocol Day