Award in Consular Crisis Management Essentials

The programme aims to equip participants with the essential knowledge, skills and competencies required for effective leadership and engagement in consular crisis management. It involves a series of activities, including practical exercises, group discussions and case studies/role plays, to enhance participants’ understanding of consular crisis management. The overarching goal of the programme is to empower participants with the necessary tools and knowledge to proficiently manage consular crises and protect their nationals abroad.

Accredited by the MFHEA             Qualification Type: Award

Accreditation Category: Further Education Course / Programme

Licensed by MFHEA | Licence No.: 2021-016

ECTS: 1                                               Duration: 4 days

MQF/EQF level: 4

Mode of delivery/attendance: Face-to-face/full-time

Hours of total learning: 25 hours (Contact: 20 hours/Self-study: 3 hours/Assessment: 2 hours)

Language of instruction: English, French or Arabic

Address: MCP Med TI Licensed Premises.

Modes of teaching

• Lecture
• Visual aids, props, and equipment
• Plenary discussions
• Verbal and written quizzes
• Practical exercises
• Written reference material
• Recorded and live demonstrations
• Case studies and role plays

Assessment

Attendance:
A full mark implies uninterrupted attendance through the full course of studies.

Weight: 10 points

Practical application structured as follows:
Learners will be expected to participate throughout the duration of the course in interactive activities and discussions and partake in Q&A sessions. They will be assessed based on the below criteria:

• Active engagement in group discussion and peer interaction
• Contribution, including answers and questions put forward
• Link between content and previous learning/experience

Weight: 30 points

Final examination:
The final examination has been meticulously designed to assess students’ holistic understanding of the course concepts. Comprising a total of 10 open-ended questions, each carrying 6 points, the questions have been formulated to facilitate both course retention and analytical prowess.

Sample question:
What are the major functions of the crisis management council in the capital?

Weight: 60 points

The passing grade for successful completion of programme: 60/100

Additional Information:

• Intake Dates: No fixed intake dates. This programme is delivered on request and scheduled in cooperation with partner institutions and national authorities. Please contact mcpmedti@icmpd.org for information on upcoming deliveries.
• Programme Fees: There are no standard tuition fees. Participation is free of charge for nominated participants from eligible public institutions, in accordance with the applicable agreements and communications with MCP Med TI. For further information, please contact mcpmedti@icmpd.org.
• Registration Method: Registration is not open to the general public. Participants are nominated by partner institutions or competent national authorities. Organisations interested in delivering this programme may contact mcpmedti@icmpd.org.

Visa Requirements:

Third-country nationals attending this programme in Malta should consult Identity Malta for visa requirements: https://www.identitymalta.com/unit/central-visa-unit/