24/10/2022
*COURSE DESCRIPTION*
The Course on International Law and Diplomacy is a practical course that covers topics focusing on aspects of international law, immunities and Jurisdictions through the prism of diplomacy. It trains participants beyond the conceptual understanding of international law and immunities to learn through practical cases the purpose, principles and operation of international law and immunities and how to relate them to diplomatic, social and humanitarian work.
Delivered by a world leading authority in International Law, Dr. King James Nkum, will share his expertise and experiences with participants in an engaging platform.
*The Course content covers the following syllables*
*MODULE I:*
CONCEPT AND NATURE OF INTERNATIONAL LAW
The Sources of International Law
Subjects of International Law
Questions of Jurisdiction in International Law
The Law of Treaties
Settlement of International Disputes
*MODULE II*
CONCEPT AND PRACTICE OF DIPLOMACY
Definitions of Diplomacy
The Origins of Diplomacy
Functions of Diplomatic Missions
Diplomatic Nomenclature
*MODULE III*
INTERNATIONAL LAW, RELATIONS AND DIPLOMACY
Basic Principles of International Law
Sovereignty of States
Basic Concepts in International Relations and Diplomacy
[8:30 PM, 10/23/2022] BARRISTER KAY X: MODULE IV
DIPLOMATIC IMMUNITY AND RELATED CONCEPTS
Meaning and Background
Basis for Diplomatic Immunities
Diplomatic Immunities and Privileges
Diplomatic Agents
Breach of Diplomatic Relations
*MODULE V*
ASSUMPTIONS OF LAW AND CONTEMPORARY DIPLOMACY
International Law in Contemporary Diplomacy
International Law as an Assumption of Diplomacy
International Law as Instrument of Diplomacy
International Law as a Result of Diplomacy
International Law as a Goal of Diplomacy
Diplomacy at the United Nations
International Law and Courts of Justice
*ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATES*
Certificates will only be issued to persons who participate in the test and assignments.
Kindly note that there is a subsidized fee of *N5,000* to process your certificate.
Assignments/test must be completed within 2 weeks after class work.
