Description
Unique Value Proposition
Learn from the leading countries of both East and West, gaining a comprehensive understanding of global etiquette and protocol. This unique perspective allows you to operate as an unbiased, truly global specialist.
Programme Levels
1. Specialist Level
- Duration: 45-50 hours
- Content: Covers beginner and intermediate levels of general courses
- Ideal for: Anyone looking to start a career in international protocol and etiquette
- Key Features:
- Fundamentals of Eastern and Western protocol
- Basic cross-cultural communication skills
- Introduction to international business etiquette
- Practical exercises and role-playing scenarios
- ICPA Specialist Certification upon completion
2. Expert Level
- Duration: 50 hours
- Prerequisite: Completion of Specialist Level or equivalent experience
- Content: Advanced general course content plus superior instructional skills
- Ideal for: Experienced professionals and Specialist Level graduates aiming for mastery
- Key Features:
- Advanced diplomatic and business protocol
- Complex cross-cultural negotiation techniques
- High-level event planning and management
- Mentoring and training methodologies
- ICPA Expert Certification upon completion
3. Franchise Level
- Duration: Comprehensive programme covering all levels
- Prerequisite: Suitable for established businesses or ambitious professionals
- Content: All-inclusive package with business operation focus
- Ideal for: Companies or individuals looking to establish an ICPA-certified training centre
- Key Features:
- Complete curriculum of Specialist and Expert levels
- Exclusive rights to use ICPA branding and materials
- Business operation and management training
- Marketing and client acquisition strategies
- Ongoing support and updates from ICPA headquarters
- Customised content development for specific markets
- Annual international ICPA franchise conference participation
Who Should Enrol
- Aspiring global etiquette and protocol consultants
- Diplomatic corps and government officials
- Senior executives in multinational corporations
- International event planners and PR professionals
- Cross-cultural trainers and educators
- Anyone seeking to excel in international business and cultural relations
What’s Included
- All costs for select meals, venue, materials, and administration fees
- Support costs and textbooks
- Teacher materials and supplies
- Access to online resources
- Annual renewal certification
- Monthly consulting services
Programme Features
- Comprehensive curriculum covering both Eastern and Western protocol and etiquette
- Hands-on simulations of complex international scenarios
- Guest lectures from renowned global experts
- Access to exclusive ICPA resources and the latest research
- Networking opportunities with a global cohort of professionals
- Ongoing support and mentorship from industry experts
Language Requirements
- Lectures conducted in English
- C1 Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) level required (B2 may be considered)
- No English certificate required; attendance possible with your own interpreter
Certification and Licensing
Global Specialist Licence Certificate:
- Authorises you to deliver ICPA courses
- Access to up-to-date materials, PowerPoint presentations, manuals, and video courses
- Consulting services and student community access
- Global Specialist badge with ICPA logo for your brand materials
Global Franchise Licence Certificate (Optional Upgrade):
- Accredits your school to offer ICPA courses
- Includes all teaching materials, management consultancy, and ICPA logo usage rights
- Global Franchise Licence badge for your brand materials
Post-Programme Benefits
- Ability to conduct lectures and professional activities worldwide
- Access to ICPA’s global network of specialists
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Marketing support for your consultancy services
- Listing in ICPA’s global directory of certified specialists
- Personal profile on the ICPA website
- Access to the Specialist Platform
- Regularly updated training materials and slides
- Four free instructor seminars per year
- Quarterly consulting services
Annual Renewal
- Annual renewal fee: ¥120,000 exl.tax (included in the first year’s course fee)
- Automatic card payment for convenience
- Ensures continuous access to all benefits and updated materials
Invest in your future as a leader in international and Japanese protocol. Join our Global Specialist Programme and unlock unparalleled opportunities in the world of global business, diplomacy, and cross-cultural communication.
Start your journey towards becoming a certified International and Japanese Protocol Global Specialist.
ICPA Features To Support Your Learning Journey
We do not just teach etiquette; we guide you through a transformative experience of Japanese culture. Our programme is designed to nurture your cultural intelligence, helping you navigate the nuances of Japanese society with confidence and authenticity.
- Access to our state-of-the-art training facilities
- Immersive cultural experiences in authentic settings
- Complimentary refreshments during sessions
- Practical dining etiquette sessions with authentic cuisine
- 24/7 access to our online learning platform
- Comprehensive slide decks for review
- Supplementary study materials
- Interactive lesson quizzes
- Pre-course and post-course assessments
- Personalized progress reports
- One-on-one consultations with cultural experts
- Access to our global social platform for students
- Detailed course workbook
- Handouts and reference guides
- Official ICPA course completion certificate
- Digital badge for your professional profiles
- Regular updates to course materials
- Access to the latest information on etiquette, culture, and protocol
- Comprehensive instructor’s manual (for those in the Specialist Programme)
- Exclusive access to our Specialist social platform
- All instructional materials for teaching global etiquette and International protocol (and Japanese ones)
- Full video recordings of all lessons for review
- Interactive virtual etiquette practice sessions