The Bandaranaike International Diplomatic Training Institute (BIDTI) is now the training arm of the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute of International Relations and Strategic Studies under Parliament Act No. 32 of 2006. BIDTI was set up in 1995 to train professional diplomats before they embarked on their careers and also to impart a knowledge of Diplomacy and World Affairs to all those interested in the field.
The Certificate Course in Diplomacy which has become a star attraction will be held for the 28th time in October 2009. The popularity of this course is such that there are almost 100 registered participants for every course. It provides a comprehensive overall survey of the ongoing international scene within a period of 4 months. These lectures are held on 3 days of the week, with two lectures per day totaling to around 100 lectures for the entire Course. For the benefit of participants most of whom are employed, the lectures are held from 5.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. in Suite 3G-07 of the BMICH.
A unique feature of the Course is that it is not confined to lectures but also includes practical demonstrations in which participants are expected to play a role. They get training in effective public speaking by making presentations at mock UN Sessions and press conferences.
The Course is well known for the high calibre of its lectures, as participants have the unique opportunity to listen to and have discussions with the most recognized experts in every field.
The outstanding feature of the Certificate Course is the representative character of the participants who come from major segments of society such as, business, administration, law, education, media, commerce, armed forces etc. In the rapidly expanding world of today every activity has an international dimension and a knowledge of World Affairs and Diplomacy is essential for effective leaders.
The next Course will start on October 19 2009. For further particulars please contact the BIDTI at Suite 3G-07, BMICH, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 7.
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