About Course

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.

Status: MFHEA Accredited             Qualification Type: Award

ECTS: 1                                               Duration: 4 days

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: Training Institute on Migration Capacity Partnership for the Mediterranean (MCP Med TI), Development House, 4A, St Anne Street, Floriana, Malta.

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:

  • Dates for next intake: N/A
  • Educational programme fees: N/A
  • Registration method: N/A
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What Will You Learn?

  • Define consular crisis management
  • Explain the importance of consular crisis management for the protection of nationals abroad
  • Describe the four elements constituting the consular crisis management process
  • Outline consular preparedness components, including risk assessment, country profiles, and citizen mapping
  • Identify triggers for initiating and resolving a consular crisis
  • Explain the importance of consular crisis coordination, both internally and with the capital
  • Compare and contrast the two concepts of consular crisis management and consular assistance.
  • Identify essential roles for consular crisis management
  • Describe the responsibilities associated with the key roles for consular crisis management
  • Explain the fundamental principles of effective crisis communication

Course Content

Day 1

  • Course introduction & shaping participants’ expectations
  • Icebreaker
  • Introduction to Consular Crisis Management part 1 & 2
  • Contingency planning – Risk assessment

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4