Introduction to Diplomacy

Recommended Prerequisites

NA

Teaching Methods

The course combines theory and seminars. After being introduced to the theory, students are expected to present case studies.

 Evaluation: General regime (final exam – 100%) or continuous evaluation (essays and participation in class – 100%).

Learning Outcomes

Overall objectives:

Exploring the theoretical and empirical framing of diplomatic activity, this course aims at providing the basic analytical tools for understanding the various dimensions of diplomatic making.

 Specific objectives :

Gaining knowledge on the following topics: classical diplomacy; economic diplomacy; public diplomacy; humanitarian diplomacy; environmental diplomacy; security diplomacy; cultural diplomacy.

 Generic competencies:

The discipline aims at assuring that the student acquires theoretical knowledge and analytical skills.

 Specific competencies:

Competencies for discussing and interpreting the dynamics inherent to diplomatic activity in theory and practice.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

• Theoretical and conceptual framework.

• Decision-making models.

• Bilateral and multilateral diplomacy.

• Classical diplomacy; economic diplomacy; public diplomacy; humanitarian diplomacy; environmental diplomacy; security diplomacy.

• Cultural diplomacy.

• Case-studies.

Head Lecturer(s)

Jorge Manuel Tavares da Silva

Assessment Methods

Continuous evaluation
essays and participation in class : 100.0%

General regime
Exam: 100.0%

Bibliography

• Berridge, G.R., Diplomacy: Theory and Practice, 2ª ed., Palgrave, Londres, 2002. [BP 327 BER]

• Magalhães, José Calvet de, A diplomacia pura, Bertrand Editora, Venda Nova, 1995. [BP 327 MAG]

• Magalhães, José Calvet de, Manual diplomático: direito diplomático, prática diplomática, 4ª ed., Editorial Bizâncio, Lisboa, 2001. [BP 327 MAG]