Executive Diploma in Anti-Corruption and Diplomacy

The Executive Diploma in AntiCorruption and Diplomacy (EDACD) programme is a modular training delivered jointly by the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). The programme will take place over the course of five months in an online format. EDACD programme is designed to offer insight into two disciplines, anti-corruption and diplomacy, delivered through a series of modules focusing on practical concepts and cases of preventing and countering corruption, and concrete examples and skills of diplomacy in a multilateral setting.

This programme will combine topics relating to prevailing corruption in today’s world, legal instruments to prevent and counter corruption, ethical reflection and integrity concepts, digital and cyber integrity, information security, and public relations, with the topics essential for a successful career in international diplomacy, such as negotiation, mediation, and cross-cultural communication, among others. The programme is delivered in an online format, taking advantage of the interactive tools to encourage the participants towards taking an active part in the session. Thus, EDACD combines various approaches, including self-paced learning, instructor-led and interactive sessions, discussion forums, and case studies, with an aim to equip the participants with state-of-the-art knowledge in the field of anti-corruption, and skills to work effectively in various multilateral contexts. This programme is completed with the successful passing of relevant tests at the end of each module.

The registration deadline:

18 February 2024 (self-payers) & 03 January 2024 (scholarship)

Target Audience

The Executive Diploma is targeted to those who intend to avail an opportunity to study under some of the world’s most renowned experts in anti-corruption and diplomacy, in a participatory and unique international environment, and within a group of motivated and committed individuals in order to deepen their understanding of anti-corruption and diplomacy, and hence adding greater value to their respective careers, organizations and societies.·

Learning Objectives

By the end of the programme, participants should be able to:

Understand international anti-corruption standards and their implementation and comprehend the nexus between diplomacy and anti-corruption
Contribute to the prevention of and the fight against corruption;
Understand the impact of new technologies and digitalization on diplomacy and anti-corruption;
Interact with and develop a strong network of international professionals;
Apply acquired diplomatic skills, knowledge and tools in their respective careers and fields of work.