Represents the state abroad: negotiates, protects interests and builds ties between countries.

What does a Diplomat do?

  • Conducts negotiations and prepares agreements
  • Represents and defends the country's interests
  • Analyses the situation and writes reports
  • Supports citizens and organisations abroad

Which skills do you need?

International relationsNegotiationLanguagesDiplomatic etiquetteAnalytical thinkingCommunicationComposure

How to become a Diplomat?

  1. 1Bachelor's: international relations / law
  2. 2Master's + foreign-service exams
  3. 3Service at a ministry / embassy

What is the work environment like?

A ministry or an embassy abroad: official meetings, documents and protocol. Postings and long service abroad are possible.

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