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?
- 1Bachelor's: international relations / law
- 2Master's + foreign-service exams
- 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.