Short Learning Programme in Diplomacy for the 4IR in Africa
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Faculty Website: Faculty of Humanities
Department: Department of Politics and International Relations
Programme Level: Continuous Education Programmes
Programme Name: SLP in Diplomacy for the 4IR in Africa
Programme Code: S7019Q
Medium of Facilitation: part-time, Online
NQF Level:
NQF Credits:
SAQA:
Senate Approval: S245/2020(2)
Application Start Date: 1 April 2025
Application End Date: 14 December 2026
Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway, Online
Contacts: Prof Lisa Otto
Email: lisao@uj.ac.za
Duration of Study: 1 Month
Purpose
The course equips African policymakers, legislators, and researchers with the skills to develop and implement effective 4IR strategies. It combines theoretical foundations with practical case studies from national and supranational experiences. This course attracts leading and emerging diplomats, policymakers, and NGO practitioners involved in 4IR-related fields. Addressing 4IR is crucial for African governments and organizations like the AU, SADC, and ECOWAS to achieve development, stability, and peace.
· The 4IR and Diplomacy
· Nature of the 4IR and its implications for Africa
· Diplomacy and its implications for a successful transition to the 4IR in Africa
· Foreign Policy Tools for the implementation of the 4IR in Africa
Career Opportunities
This learning programme attracts leading and emerging diplomats, policymakers, and NGO practitioners involved in 4IR-related fields. Addressing 4IR is crucial for African governments and organizations like the AU, SADC, and ECOWAS to achieve development, stability, and peace.
Admission Requirements
Interested students need to have a NQF level 4 or matric certificate or equivalent. Those with three years of experience in a public service-related field or profession or civil society and the private sector will be given preference.
Selection Process
Selection will be made based on the academic merit.
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