French for Diplomatic Relations (B1/B2)

This course is designed for professionals who are working in a diplomatic environment or preparing for a career in international relations. Over 8 weeks, you refine your language skills specifically for negotiations, official meetings, and representational occasions. You learn to formulate arguments clearly and diplomatically, respond to counterparts with confidence, and structure contributions effectively. Special emphasis is placed on pronunciation, intonation, and expression, helping you to appear convincing and authentic in every setting. In addition, you practice the correct use of protocol language, forms of address, and culturally sensitive expressions. Role plays simulating bilateral talks, receptions, and official speeches ensure realistic application. By the end of the course, you will be able to communicate with precision, confidence, and authority – whether in meetings, at receptions, or in international correspondence.

Core focus areas – professional presence and communicative confidence:

Negotiation & discussion skills – structure contributions clearly, present positions diplomatically, and respond effectively to arguments.

Precise expression – vocabulary for politics, international cooperation, the UN, EU, and multilateral relations.

Pronunciation & intonation – train sound and rhythm of French for a confident and persuasive presence.

Intercultural competence – nuances of diplomatic protocol, appropriate forms of address, and politeness strategies.

Practical application – role plays covering bilateral talks, press conferences, official speeches, and diplomatic small talk.