The Programmes
Nine paths to masteryThe mastery of essence
— nine singular paths
ICPA offers nine distinguished programmes, each with its own singular name and venerable world. Together they form an integrated cultivation of bearing, intellect, refinement, and character at the highest order ── the consummate education in human distinction.
Each programme bears its own distinguished name in the British tradition: The Royal Elegance, The Imperial Diplomacy, The Gentleman’s Mastery. From these nine paths, we invite you to choose the singular course that most befits your standing and calling.
All programmes commence upon admission to the Academy as a member. We warmly welcome you to step through the threshold of true mastery, and to walk this venerable path with us.
Nine singular paths
one consummate destination
International Protocol
— three paths to the world stage
For those who would stand upon the front lines of international society, three distinguished courses are reserved ── each tailored to the singular sphere of social, business, or diplomatic engagement.
Universal standards of refinement, and the bearing by which trust and authority are earned across cultures, are cultivated here from their philosophical depth.
International Social Protocol
The Royal EleganceThe Rose Ball of Monaco, royal charity galas across Europe, the salons of distinguished aristocratic families ── the consummate course for those who would carry themselves with luminous grace upon the world’s most refined social stages. True elegance shines only when wedded to bearing.
For distinguished couples in international society, patrons of charity galas, and figures within royal social circles.
Learn more →International Business Protocol
The Global AuthorityThe boardrooms of multinational enterprise, the front lines of international negotiation, the venerable receptions of corporate diplomacy ── the course for executives who embody the standing of their organisation upon the world stage. The consummate executive presence, cultivated to its highest order.
For CEOs, board members, and the senior executives of global enterprise.
Learn more →International Diplomatic Protocol
The Diplomatic ExcellenceThe venerable disciplines of international diplomacy ── the welcoming of heads of state, the reception of foreign dignitaries, official ceremony, and the engagement of the diplomatic corps. The course for those upon whose conduct the dignity of nations is borne.
For diplomats, government officers, and those serving within embassies and public institutions.
Learn more →Japanese Protocol
— three paths to imperial heritage
The sole curriculum in the world where the imperial protocol of Japan may be studied in its native context. Centuries of refined tradition ── the philosophy of dignity, harmony, and attentive presence ── cultivated through three singular courses across social, business, and diplomatic spheres.
For those who would carry the spirit of Japan as a venerable global language, taught here as a coherent and rigorous discipline of the highest order.
Japanese Social Protocol
The Yamato EleganceThe luminous refinement of Japanese society ── the tea ceremony, the kaiseki tradition, the codes of omotenashi, the bearing of kimono. The consummate elegance of imperial heritage, brought to the international salon as a venerable way of being.
For those who would carry Japanese refinement onto the world stage.
Learn more →Japanese Business Protocol
The Bushido CodeThe discipline, honour, and refined comportment of Japanese executive culture, rooted in the venerable code of bushido. The bearing of consummate authority that earns the esteem of international counterparts ── for those who would represent Japan upon the global business stage.
For Japanese executives and those engaging with Japanese enterprise.
Learn more →Japanese Diplomatic Protocol
The Imperial DiplomacyThe most venerable curriculum in Japanese diplomatic tradition ── imperial court protocol, state ceremony, and the codes of sovereign reception. The sole authority on Japanese protocol, taught in its imperial context ── for those who would represent Japan upon the world stage.
For those who would represent Japan, or engage with its sovereign institutions.
Learn more →Specialised Programmes
— three paths in cultivation
Alongside International and Japanese Protocol, three distinguished programmes are offered for particular callings ── the complete cultivation of the gentleman, the early formation of the next generation, and the venerable preparation of university scholars.
Each course bears its own venerable curriculum, tailored to the singular stage of one’s cultivation.
Liberal Arts of Refinement
The Gentleman’s MasteryA venerable curriculum in the liberal arts of the cultivated gentleman ── wine, art, conversation, attire, and the philosophical foundations from which true bearing arises. The consummate education for those of distinguished taste and refined calling.
For those who seek a complete education in cultivation.
Learn more →Junior Programme · Ages 7–18
The Young DiplomatsThe cultivation of bearing for the children of distinguished families ── heirs to the world stage, who shall one day bear the dignity of their lineage in international circles. Education that begins early, and reaches deepest.
For the children of executives, diplomats, and distinguished families.
Learn more →University Programme
The Sovereign ScholarsAn intensive curriculum for university students preparing for international careers in diplomacy, statesmanship, and global enterprise ── the next generation of distinguished leaders, prepared in the consummate tradition.
For university students preparing for international careers.
Learn more →Corporate & Organisational Training
— for the bearing of institutions
Beyond ICPA’s programmes for individuals, we offer bespoke training for corporations, embassies, and government agencies ── programmes that elevate the bearing of an entire institution.
Drawing upon ICPA’s record of training U.S. Air Force protocol officers, embassies in Tokyo, and senior executives across global enterprise, each engagement is tailored with care to the venerable purpose of the organisation it serves.
Choose the singular path
that befits you
Nine singular programmes, each reserved for a particular calling
We invite you to choose the course that most befits your standing and aspiration.
Begin with an online briefing, or request our prospectus ── the first step toward a fellowship that shall accompany you throughout your international life.