E-Learning Courses

The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies has developed the Distance Learning department in order to offer and enable different programs to individuals who are interested in field of cultural diplomacy and related areas to have an opportunity to increase their knowledge and experience in this fascinating field. Each program includes four main courses, which are taught in our Masters and PhD programs. In addition, the program offers access to high profile guest lectures, reading material and professional networking opportunities to promote one’s own projects The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (CCDS) has designed 6 E-Learning Programs, which include the main fields of research and activity in cultural diplomacy.

The CCDS offers the following E-Learning Programs: E-Learning Program in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy
E-Learning Program in Global Governance & Cultural Diplomacy
E-Learning Program in Cultural Diplomacy, Sustainable Development & the Global Markets
E-Learning Program in Cultural Diplomacy & the New Media »
E-Learning Program in Cultural Diplomacy & Conflict Zone Mediation
E-Learning Program in Cultural Diplomacy for Diplomats

Certificate/Accreditation: All students will be awarded an official certificate accredited by the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy’s academic board upon completion of the program. Each certificate will be signed by members of the ICD Academy and Advisory Boards, which include high-level politicians, leading academics and renowned experts, all of whom are responsible for assuring the academic quality of each of the courses as well as the individual intellectual experience of each student. For those student who implement specific projects of cultural diplomacy or write exceptional final papers for their e-learning course it is possible for the student to request letters of recommendation from the ICD to assist in their career development.

Financials - The tuition fee for the program is 600 Euros (including 4-6 courses) to be paid upon acceptance to the program. The payment instructions will be sent to students together with the acceptance letter.

Program Methodology & Course Descriptions

The courses have been designed in a flexible way to allow students to structure their instruction around their own schedules. Students will be required to do weekly readings and interact with fellow students and professors via the website; however, students can pace themselves according to their preferences. A final paper will be required, upon which the course grade will be based. The program includes the following components:
-video lectures which students can watch at their convenience
-Reading material relevant to the course’s different modules;
- Online mentoring, and assessments;
-Final Paper to be completed within 90 days from the end of the course

The courses will be delivered via the e-learning platform module, a pedagogical tool designed to help participants meet the course's learning objectives through a self-paced study routine supported by multimedia, required and optional readings, and a wealth of other information. Adapted specifically to full-time professionals, participants will learn by absorbing (reading), doing (exercises), interacting and reflecting (relating to personal experiences).

For more information please visit: www.ccds-berlin.de