Executive Training Programme Africa

European and International Affairs

Executive Training Programme
for Public Officials and Junior Diplomats from Africa

28 April – 16 May 2025

This programme, organised by the Diplomatische Akademie Wien – Vienna School of International Studies, is tailored to the needs of public officials and junior diplomats from Africa and addresses important issues in European and international affairs. It is designed to familiarise participants with the decision-making processes and the working of the EU as well as concepts underlying specific EU policies and programmes.

Target group	Public officials and junior diplomats from: Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cap Verde, Ethiopia, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda
Language of instruction	English
Certificate	Certificate of participation
Duration	3 weeks

Content

Programme

After an introduction to EU integration perspectives, the institutional framework of the European Union and the intricacies of its decision-making processes, topical EU policies in the fields of enlargement and external relations in the context of global trends and developments are discussed. Particular emphasis is placed on human rights, gender equality and women’s empowerment, as well as on international climate action and the domain of global health.

This programme includes a three-week training programme in Vienna with complementary study visits and interactive workshops.

Methodology

In order to maximise its practical usefulness, the programme comprises a broad mix of academic analyses, critical discussion, and the training of soft and practical skills. In interactive exercises, participants are able to sharpen their analytical capabilities, negotiation skills, and conflict resolution strategies. The training consists of theoretical and practical oriented training modules with renowned Austrian and international experts, trainers & practitioners.

Courses

Module 1: European Union, EU-Africa Relations & International Issues

Module 2: Good Governance, Human Rights, Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment

Module 3: Diplomatic Skills

Module 4: History and Culture of Austria

Please note that this is an intensive full-time training course.

Services of the DA

The Executive Training Programme is organised by the Diplomatische Akademie Wien – Vienna School of International Studies in cooperation with the Austrian Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs and the Austrian Development Cooperation.

The Diplomatische Akademie Wien provides the following services:

Organisation of the programme in Vienna
Invitation of highly qualified lecturers and trainers
Lecture rooms at the DA with state-of-the-art technology
Flights (economy class), airport transfer (Vienna)
Accommodation in a hotel (single rooms including breakfast)
Lunch at the DA (Monday-Friday)
Best possible individual support and assistance for participants
Visa support
Health insurance
Public transport tickets

The Austrian side does not cover meals on the weekends as well as dinner during weekdays. We regret that we have no means to grant any additional financial allowances (“per diems” or the like).