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Promoting Global Peace & Stability Through Strengthening Intercultural Relations Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies President Message

A Message by Dr Emil Constantinescu President of the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy

Dear students & participants, I would like to warmly welcome all students and participants to the Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies, which is the educational arm of the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy, which I chair as President. Why is cultural diplomacy so necessary today? My answer: because the world is currently in a period of great transition; the greatest transition ever. And if the world is changing, global politics, economics and other governance policies are therefore required to be changed and reformed as well, in order to better serve the interests of the people that they represent. The famous Prussian strategic theorist Carl Philipp Gottfried von Clausewitz once stated that “war is a continuation of politics using other means”. By the same rationale, I believe that peace may also be a result of the politics led by a different kind of means and one of these means is cultural diplomacy. Cultural diplomacy enriches traditional diplomacy between States, by adding a new element of dialogue based on “understanding of the other,” not only at a state level, but at a civil society level as well. Successful cultural diplomacy applications therefore, in a wider sense, can lead to a better understanding not only between different groups and peoples, but also of the world we live in, as a whole.

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The Institute for Cultural Diplomacy defines cultural diplomacy as the following: “Cultural Diplomacy may best be described as a course of actions, which are based on and utilize the exchange of ideas, values, traditions and other aspects of culture or identity, whether to strengthen relationships, enhance socio-cultural cooperation or promote national interests; Cultural diplomacy can be practiced by either the public sector, private sector or civil society.” It is important to note however, that cultural diplomacy is only one aspect of building and strengthening relationships as well as enhancing cooperation and should be practiced in a harmonic way, together with the economic and political aspects. Cultural diplomacy, when practiced over time, can assist at reducing the likelihood and even preventing conflicts and other crises. The repetitive conflicts around the world have demonstrated that unfortunately punctual preventive interventions are not enough and should be inserted into a comprehensive and systematic long term strategy including the use of cultural diplomacy practices in the framework of carefully measured combinations of soft and hard power. Cultural Diplomacy can strengthen relationships and assist in preventing conflicts in the future due to its unique nature. Cultural Diplomacy is inherently creative and constructive in nature, as opposed to “hard power” which is inherently “destructive” in nature and therefore the more cultural diplomacy that is applied in strengthening relationships, the more cooperation will be possible and the chances for conflict in the world will be reduced. The European Union can be considered as a good example of this successful cultural, economic and political diplomacy, which has led to stable peace in a region that had been haunted by conflict and war for centuries. The great contribution that preventive cultural diplomacy will bring to the architecture of world security will undoubtedly be of those wars that will have never occurred, due to the creation of democratic mechanisms for dialogue and strengthened cooperation with civil society.

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The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies is dedicated to the research and teaching of the theory and the practice of cultural diplomacy in the context of international relations. In the classrooms, as well as during other events and programs of the Center, we bring students and participants from all over the world together with high-level experts and practitioners from the fields of cultural diplomacy, international relations and politics, economics, and beyond, (ranging from Heads of State and Ministers, to academics and celebrities), which gives students and participants the chance to learn from their tremendous experience and diverse perspectives and opinions. In the context of the ICD, the exchange takes place in two directions; where, in addition to learning from the decision makers, the students and participants also have the opportunity to influence decision makers through their exchange and interaction with them at the ICD. On behalf of the entire Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies, its faculty, staff and the entire Institute for Cultural Diplomacy, I encourage you to look through the wide offering of educational opportunities of the Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies and to consider enhancing your educational and professional career by enrolling at the ICD. We wish you much success and enjoyment in participating in our educational programs and I look forward to shaping the future of our interdependent world together with you during your future academic and professional careers. I look forward to meet you all in Berlin. Dr. Emil Constantinescu

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Introduction The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (CCDS) is the world's leading center for the study of Cultural Diplomacy offering diverse educational opportunities. Four different categories of education programs are offered: Graduate Degree Programs in Cultural Diplomacy, E-learning courses in cultural diplomacy, Professional Development Programs (Certificate Programs) and Study Abroad Credit Programs - dedicated either fully or in part to the field of Cultural Diplomacy. The objectives of the CCDS are to extend current research, programs, and practices in the field of Cultural Diplomacy and create a platform to promote and sustain inter-cultural dialogue at all levels. The CCDS is committed to the promotion of and the development of applied cultural diplomacy studies, as well as excellence in the advancement and research in the rapidly evolving field of Cultural Diplomacy. Our Faculty The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies, offers educational and academic programs in partnership with leading universities and institutions from around the world, which allows students to explore, to analyze and to experience cultural diplomacy both in theory and practice at the local and international levels. The CCDS focuses above all on exploring the balancing between hard and soft power, the process of globalization in an interdependent world, multiculturalism, intercultural dialogue & exchange, human rights, and the ability for culturally based initiatives to further mutual understanding and in turn to foster global peace and stability. The programs offer high levels of leadership and provide students the skills to shape their future leadership roles, while addressing the critical issues challenging the world today. The programs provide advanced knowledge and analytical tools for the study and practice of cultural diplomacy and the potential that it has in shaping international policies and global strategies. Our Programs The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies, offers educational and academic programs in partnership with leading universities and institutions from around

Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies - www.ccds-berlin.de 6 Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies Introduction the world, which allows students to explore, to analyze and to experience cultural diplomacy both in theory and practice at the local and international levels. The CCDS focuses above all on exploring the balancing between hard and soft power, the process of globalization in an interdependent world, multiculturalism, intercultural dialogue & exchange and the ability for culturally based initiatives to further mutual understanding and in turn to foster global peace and stability. The programs offer high levels of leadership and provide students the skills to shape their future leadership roles, while addressing the critical issues challenging the world today. The programs provide advanced knowledge and analytical tools for the study and practice of cultural diplomacy and the potential that it has in shaping international policies and global strategies. The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies offers the following Programs: • E-Learning Programy in Cultural Diplomacy » • Certificate Programs in Cultural Diplomacy » • MA & BA Programs in Cultural Diplomacy » • PHD Program in Cultural Diplomacy » About Berlin There is nowhere quite like Berlin. Few other cities have played such an instrumental role in global affairs over the past 100 years. It has been, in every sense of the word, a battleground; not just for armies, but for the ideas and philosophies that are the very foundations of politics and society. Berlin remains a cultural extravaganza to this day, with young people from across Europe flocking to the former Eastern part of the city: Cheap accommodation, a thriving cultural and artistic scene, and a vibrant nightlife await them. In the center of the city, Berlin's status as the capital city of Europe's largest economy and the driving force of the EU is increasingly apparent: International NGOs and multi-national companies are establishing office and headquarters here. It was little surprise that US President Barack Obama choose Berlin as the location for his first public speech in Europe, addressing an audience of hundreds of thousands, he proclaimed "look at Berlin, where a wall came down, a continent came together, and history proved that there is no challenge too great for a world that stands as one."

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Our Faculty The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies Academic Board is composed of professors, high profile politicians and experienced professionals from the public and private sectors. Our Faculty includes university professors, diplomats, politicians, business executives, civil society leaders, media representatives, mediators/ conflict management experts and other high-profile individuals from prestigious institutions The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies’ Faculty includes:

Prof. Dr. Emil Constantinescu President of The ICD Academy for Cultural Diplomacy After graduating from the University of Bucharest with a degree in Law, he became a local judge. Following his time in the judicial profession, he returned to the University of Bucharest where he undertook a Doctorate in Geology. Dr. Constantinescu was elected as Vice-President of the University of Bucharest and became its President from1992 until 1996. During his presidential mandate from 1996 to 2000 (as President of Romania), Dr. Constantinescu opened the crucial way for Romania towards joining NATO and the EU. He launched, together with President Bill Clinton in Bucharest, "the Romania-US Strategic Partnership," which allowed Romania to start EU accession negotiations (Helsinki 1999).

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Brückner Academic Director - Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (CCDS) Dr. Brückner studied Political Science, German Literature, and History at the University of Würzburg and the Freie Universität Berlin. Working at the FU Berlin since 1987, he has specialized in European Integration. Dr. Brückner's PhD is on the role of the European Commission in the policy-making of the European Union. From 1997 until 2003, he also worked as a Jean Monnet Visiting Professor at Szczecin University in Poland, and since 1999, has taught as a Visiting Professor at Stanford University in Berlin and California, ECNU and Fudan University Shanghai, MGIMO Moscow, Sabanci University in Istanbul, the University for Economics in Bratislava, and the University of Ljubljana in Slovenia. In 2003 he became an EU Jean Monnet Professor at Stanford.

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Prof. Dr. Vasile Puscas Director of Programs - Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (CCDS) Dr. Vasile Puscas, a politician, diplomat, and renowned International Relations scholar, is a Jean Monnet Chair Professor at Babes-Bolyai University, Cluj- Napoca. Since 2000, Dr. Puscas has been a director of the Institute of Political Science and International Relations at the University Babes-Bolyai in Cluj, Romania. In 2001, he became a member of the Social Democratic Party and was Deputy in the 2000-2004 and 2004-2008 legislative terms, during which time he was the Chief Negotiator with the EU and Minister Delegate with the Ministry of European Integration. In December 2008 Dr. Puscas became the Romanian Minister for European Affairs, a position he held until October 2009. Prof. Dr. Karl P. Donfried Director of Studies - Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (CCDS) Dr. Karl Donfried was educated at Columbia College, Harvard Divinity School, and the Union Theological Seminary in New York, before obtaining his PhD in Theology from the University of Heidelberg. He was first appointed to the faculty of Smith College in 1968 and served as the Elizabeth A. Woodson Professor of Religion and Biblical Literature until 2005. He has also served as a Visiting Professor at Freie Universität and Humboldt Universität in Berlin, Germany; Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel; and Yale University Divinity School in Connecticut, USA. Prof. Dr. Kishore Chakraborty Director of Research - Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (CCDS) Dr. Chakroborty has over thirty years of experience teaching in undergraduate and graduate business schools in the USA and Germany. He previously taught at Northeastern University, Babson College, Arthur D. Little School of Management, Handels Hochschule Leipzig, and Hult International Business School. Dr. Chakraborty holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA) from Brandeis University, and a Doctorate from Harvard University. Alongside his academic career, Dr. Chakraborty has been working as an Independent Management Consultant. Prof. Dr. Amb. Cynthia P. Schneider Director of Projects - Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (CCDS) Dr Schneider joined the Georgetown University faculty, after completing her Ph.D. in Fine Arts from Harvard University in 1984, where she has taught since, both in the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Foreign Service. Her courses and studies focus on Renaissance and Baroque art and on culture and diplomacy, on which she has published widely. Dr. Schneider served as the 61st Ambassador of the United States to the Kingdom of the Netherlands from August 1998 to June 2001.

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Prof. Dr. Nazar Al Baharna Director - ICD Conflict Zones Mediation Center Dr. Nazar Al Baharna obtained his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Petroleum & Minerals in Saudi Arabia, and subsequently went on to earn a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wales in 1979. In 1987, Dr. Al Baharna became the Dean of Engineering at Bahrain University, and in 1992 was appointed Vice President for Academic Programs and Scientific Research. From October 2006 until March 2011, Dr. Al Baharna served as the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Bahrain. Furthermore, Dr. Al Baharna led the Government of Bahrain's successful Universal Periodic Review (UPR) initiative, a highly successful method of providing the opportunity for each State to declare what actions they have taken to improve the human rights situations in their countries and to fulfill their human rights obligations. Currently Dr. Al Baharna is a Visiting Research Scholar at Georgetown University, Washington D.C.

Mark C. Donfried Executive Director and Founder of the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy Mark Donfried is the current director of the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy, a Berlin based NGO that he founded in 2001. His focus at the moment is fulfilling his role as director of the ICD in pursuit of its mission to extend research, programs and practices in the field of cultural diplomacy. Mark. Donfried also teaches courses in cultural diplomacy for the Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies.

The Hon. Erna Hennicot-Schoepges Vice President of the ICD Advisory Board The Hon. Erna Hennicot-Schoepges is a Luxembourgish politician... Ms. Hennicot-Schoepges has a deep interest in cultural and civil affairs and is known for her active involvement in numerous foundations, where issues such as Intercultural and Interreligious Dialogue and Cultural Itineraries are treated. Ms. Hennicot-Schoepges was the first female President of Luxembourg’s Parliament and was later appointed as Luxembourg’s Minister of Culture, Higher Education, and Research and Public Works. She was elected as Member of the European Parliament in 2004. During her five-year mandate, she established herself as an active member of environment and research.

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The Hon. Yasar Yakis President of the ICD Young Leaders' Forum Yasar Yakis completed his university studies in 1962 the Faculty of Political Sciences of Ankara University, and joined the diplomatic service. During his time in the Foreign Ministry, Mr. Yakis served in Antwerp, Belgium; Lagos, Nigeria; Brussels, Belgium; and Damascus, Syria. In 1988, Mr. Yakis became the Turkish Ambassador to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and in 1992 the Deputy Under-Secretary in the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in charge of Economic Affairs. He was then appointed as the Turkish Ambassador to Cairo in 1995 and Permanent Representative of Turkey to the United Nations Office in Vienna in 1998. In 2000 and 2001, Mr. Yakis became the founding member of the Justice and Development Party. From the date of the establishment of the party to the general elections of November 3rd, 2002, he served as Deputy Chairman of the Party, in charge of International Relations. He was elected Member of Parliament in 2002 and was the Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2002-2003.

Amb. Karl-Erik Norrman ICD Advisory Board Member Amb. Norrman has a distinguished diplomatic career in the Swedish Foreign Ministry, with posts including: Ambassador, Head of the UN Ministry for Development Assistance, Head of Asia Division and Humanitarian Assistance, Trade Negotiator GATT (today WTO), Secretary Ministry of Education and Culture, Researcher at the Institute of International Affairs in Stockholm, and Senior Advisor to the Swedish Red Cross. He currently serves as the Secretary General, European Cultural Parliament.

Dr. Elke Ritt Head, Creative Europe at the British Council Dr. Elke Ritt, born in Krefeld, Germany, graduated from Duesseldorf University in 1978 with a degree in English and Mathematics. In 1984, she was admitted to the University of Leicester for a Degree of Master of Arts, and consequently obtained an MA in Victorian Studies. In 1991, she obtained a PhD in Comparative Literature from the University of Munich. Alongside her studies, Dr. Ritt spent 10 years teaching English and Mathematics at German secondary schools; teaching German, Literature, and Landeskunde in the Department of German at the University of Leicester; and teaching Literature at the Institut für Allgemeine und Vergleichende Literaturwissenschaft at the University of Munich. Dr. Ritt has been Head of the Arts & Creative Industries Department in Germany since 1993, and presently leads the Arts, Literature, British Studies, and Dreams and Teams programs. The Dreams & Teams project is an international program that aims to develop leadership and cross-cultural awareness in young people through sport and international educational links.

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MA & BA Programs It is our pleasure to introduce you to our BA & Master programs in Cultural Diplomacy. We at the CCDS have worked intensively and collectively to design innovative graduate level programs that provide a unique approach to the study of the fields of international relations, global economics, intercultural relations, art & culture, globalization and global governance. We believe that the traditional academic components of a degree in these fields must adapt to the dynamics of a rapidly changing world. To that end, our approach to contemporary global affairs focuses also on the increasingly important roles of soft power and cultural diplomacy in world affairs. The programs are unique and innovative in their content and approach. These new interdisciplinary programs provide fundamental knowledge in international relations theory and allow for individual work in an area of particular interest offering professional development and internship opportunities in related fields. For students with a deep interest in foreign policy, international affairs, cultural diplomacy, political science, or international economics, the programs are ideal platforms to gain significant hands-on experience and a high-level of knowledge, and to launch a career before the completion of their studies or immediately thereafter. Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies Academic Board is composed of professors, high profile politicians and experienced professionals from the public and private sectors. Our Faculty includes university professors, diplomats, politicians, business executives, civil society leaders, media representatives, mediators/ conflict management experts and other high-profile individuals from prestigious institutions. The programs in Cultural Diplomacy, which operate under a joint partnership between the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy and leading European universities, offer unique educational programs that educate students from around the world in several academic disciplines related to International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy. The programs go beyond the traditional International Relations- based approach to globalization, while considering the role of Cultural Diplomacy and interdependence in a multi-polar world.

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The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies’ Faculty offers the following MA & BA Programs: v Combined BA-MA Program in Political Science, Global Governance and Cultural Diplomacy (Berlin; Program Start for Winter Semester: February 28th, 2014) The Degree is offered by the University of Siena in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy

MA Program in Global Governance and Cultural Diplomacy (Berlin; Program Start for Winter Semester: February 17th, 2014) The Degree is offered by the University of Siena in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy

Online MA Program in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy (Berlin; Program Start for Winter Semester: February 17th, 2014) The Degree is offered by The International Telematic University Uninettuno in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy

MA Program in Globalization Studies and Cultural Diplomacy with a Concentration on International Relations (Berlin; Program Start for Winter Semester: February 17th, 2014) The Degree is offered by the University of Bucharest in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy

MA Program in International Relations and Cultural Diplomacy (Berlin; Program Start for Fall Semester: October 1st, 2014) The Degree is offered by the University of Bucharest in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy

MA Program in International Economics & Cultural Diplomacy (Berlin; Program Start for Fall Semester: October 1st, 2014) The Degree is offered by the Babes-Bolyai University in partnership with the Academy for Cultural Diplomacy plomacy

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Certificate Programs in Cultural Diplomacy The Centre for Cultural Diplomacy Studies developed the Certificate Programs in Cultural Diplomacy in order to offer and provide participants with comprehensive, tailored learning opportunities in a number of related fields. Each program features lectures, seminars and workshops lead by experts from the fields of international politics, diplomacy, academia, civil society, and the private sector. Certificate Programs offer the perfect opportunity to learn about the innovative field of Cultural Diplomacy over a short period of time, allowing students and professionals with other commitments to participate. All participants will be awarded an official certificate of attendance upon completion of the program, which will provide details of the speakers who took part and the topics discussed. The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies offers the following Programs: Certificate Program in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy Berlin; February 10th - 21st, 2014

Certificate Program in Global Governance & Cultural Diplomacy Berlin; February 10th - 21st, 2014

Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy & Conflict Zone Mediation Berlin; February 10th - 21st, 2014

Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy, Sustainable Development & the Global Markets Berlin; March 3rd - 14th, 2014

Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy by the Arts, Music and Cinema Berlin; February 10th - 21st, 2014

Certificate Program in Cultural Diplomacy & the European-African Alliance Berlin; February 10th - 21st, 2014

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E-Learning Programs in Cultural Diplomacy The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies has developed the Distance Learning Department in order to offer individuals interested in the field of Cultural Diplomacy and related areas the opportunity to increase their knowledge and experience in this fascinating and expanding field. Each course includes four core modules, which are also taught as part of our graduate and doctoral programs. In addition, the program offers access to high profile guest lecturers, audio-visual content, a large library of reading materials, and professional networking opportunities to promote one’s own projects. Our Distance Learning Courses enhance your learning experience by enabling students to work with peers from not only across the nation but also around the world, creating an international learning environment. The e-Learning Courses have been designed to be studied at a distance, giving students the flexibility to study from any location within a structured and supportive framework, while allowing students to combine achieving a qualification with work or family commitments. The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies offers the following Programs: E-Learning Program in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy February 3rd - 28th, 2014; March 3rd - 28th, 2014; April 1st - 30th, 2014 E-Learning Program in Global Governance & Cultural Diplomacy February 3rd - 28th, 2014; March 3rd - 28th, 2014; April 1st - 30th, 2014 E-Learning Program in Cultural Diplomacy, Sustainable Development & the Global Markets February 3rd - 28th, 2014; March 3rd - 28th, 2014; April 1st - 30th, 2014 E-Learning Program in Cultural Diplomacy & the New Media February 3rd - 28th, 2014; March 3rd - 28th, 2014; April 1st - 30th, 2014 E-Learning Program in Cultural Diplomacy & Conflict Zone Mediation February 3rd - 28th, 2014; March 3rd - 28th, 2014; April 1st - 30th, 2014 E-Learning Program in Cultural Diplomacy for Diplomats February 3rd - 28th, 2014; March 3rd - 28th, 2014; April 1st - 30th, 2014

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