Sports Diplomacy Program
Budapest, Hungary
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
EUR 1,000 / per semester **
STUDY FORMAT
Blended, Distance Learning
* Pre-registration begins: 10 May, 2023.
** 1000 euro/ term + 200 euro reg.fee. Fees must be paid prior to registration and studies commencing.
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Introduction
Sports Diplomacy Program (one-year postgraduate hybrid program)
The Sports Diplomacy Program is designed to prepare graduates for the broad field of sports diplomacy-related studies, by understanding various contexts of sports diplomacy, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical skills, accessing, collaborating, and adapting to the diverse national, regional and international application of sports diplomacy and developing skills set to work in public administration, international, intergovernmental and multinational organizations and sport movement.
Completing this program enables the graduates to acquire and develop their diplomatic skills, their understanding of the complexities and correlations in global sports administration and industry, and to communicate successfully in international negotiations, events and other activities. Their capacity to organize diplomatic events, follow protocol, mediate conflicts and promote their nation, sport and organization is to grow substantially. They also expand their coping methods, proactivity, strategic thinking, empathy, integrity and sense of responsibility. Their knowledge of cultural, social and citizenship values will naturally increase. There are important auxiliary competencies the participants may develop, enabling them to improve their coping abilities with challenging situations in the international business and sports arena as well as their labour market value and opportunities. The capacity to handle business, intercultural and political situations, mediate, advocate and represent effectively is essential for those working on the threshold of sports and international relations, supporting the sports industry, corporate entities, sports events, and various national and international organizations.
- Degree: ” Sports Diplomacy Specialist” (1 year, 60 ECTs)
- Contact Hours: 400 hours (100 in-person + 240 online + 60 internship hours + online consultation)
- Program format: blended (80 % online, 2 weeks/term in person)
Our priorities: Practical approach, great team of experts, real-life tasks and experiences, quality education and focus on individual mentoring support for the participants
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Ideal Students
This program is particularly designed for those who work in international relations and sports: second-career professional athletes who take roles at sports federations, GOs and NGOs, diplomats who wish to develop their understanding of global sports affairs, and those who come from other areas of science, industry, culture and public administration with a desire to operate successfully in sport and diplomatic avenues. Since it is a practice-oriented program, those already facing challenges in the above areas will find the program helpful and valuable. Competencies to consider for credit: professional sport and sport management career, diplomatic career, additional degree (Bachelor or Master) in any related area of Sport Science or Humanities, or other relevant academic fields (e.g. Economics), and further related training (e.g. Leadership, Business Coaching, Project Management, Communication).
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Curriculum
Core subjects covered:
- Diplomacy
- International Relations and Diplomatic Theory
- Diplomatic Practice
- Historical Approach to Sport Diplomacy in Central Europe
- Sport in Society/Sports for All
- International Sport Law
- Public Administration and Policy
- Global Sport Policy and Politics
- International Sport Organizations
- Global Sport Relations
- International Sport Events
- Grassroots Sports Diplomacy
- Communication
- Negotiations
- Public Speaking and Media Presence
- Written Communication
- Protocol and Event Management
- Project Methodology, Fundraising, and Marketing
Program Outcome
Competencies to consider for credit: professional sport and sport management career, diplomatic career, additional degree (Bachelor or Master) in any related area of Sport Science or Humanities, or other relevant academic fields (e.g. Economics), and further related training (e.g. Leadership, Business Coaching, Project Management, Communication).