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International Negotiation and Diplomatic Practice

Code 14432
Year 1
Semester S1
ECTS Credits 6
Workload OT(15H)/TP(30H)
Scientific area Relações Internacionais
Entry requirements N/A.
Mode of delivery face-to-face
Work placements nor apply
Learning outcomes This Curricular Unity in Diplomatic Practice and International Negotiation aims to provide students not only with the theoretical framework of diplomatic relations and negotiation processes, but above all with direct exposure to methods, tools, and practical simulations in this field. Throughout the course, students engage with real cases and role-play exercises (Model United Nations – MUN), explore rules of protocol, negotiation techniques and tactics, and develop skills in strateaims to teach students the foundations of international negotiation, decision-making mechanisms in foreign policy, as well as the foundations of the diplomatic institution, addressing its functions and its exercise.
Syllabus PART 1

Fundamentals of Diplomacy

Diplomatic Missions and Their Functions

Diplomatic Agents and Correspondence

Dynamics of Informal Diplomacy

Economic Diplomacy

Public and Cultural Diplomacy

Rules of Etiquette and Protocol

Case Studies in Diplomacy / Simulations / Scientific Article Workshop

PART 2

Fundamentals of International Negotiation

The Negotiation Process and Its Stages

Strategic Options and Negotiation Styles

Negotiation Techniques and Tactics

Intercultural Negotiations

Multilateral Negotiation in International Organizations

Third-Party Intervention: Mediation and Arbitration

Case Studies in Negotiation / Simulations / Scientific Article Workshop
Main Bibliography Berridge, G.R. (2005) Diplomacy: Theory and Practice. Basingstoke: Palgrave.
Berridge, G.R. (2012) Embassies in Armed Conflict. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.
Berridge, G.R. & Lloyd, L. (2011) The Palgrave Macmillan Dictionary of Diplomacy (3rd ed.). Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.
Berridge, G.R. (2019) Diplomacy and Secret Service: A Short Introduction. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.
Berridge, G.R. (2024) Outposts of Diplomacy: A History of the Embassy. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.
Carvalho, José Mexia Crespo de (2006) Negociação. Lisboa: Edições Sílabo.
Dahlitz, Julie (1999) Peaceful Resolution of Major International Disputes. Nova Iorque: United Nations.
Fisher, Roger et al. (2005) Como Chegar ao Sim – Negociação de Acordos Sem Concessões. Rio de Janeiro.
Gestoso, Carlos Guillén (2007) Estratégias de Negociação. Lisboa: Edições Pedago.
Handy, Charles (2000) On the Manner of Negotiating with Princes. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company.
Hopmann, P. Terrence (1996) The negot
Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria Test: 10 points
Review and presentation of a scientific article / participation: 10 points
Erasmus students: paper presentation (50%) and final essay (50%)
Language Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
Last updated on: 2025-11-06

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