Social Media and Digital Diplomacy (SZF_105)
About Study Course
Objective
Provide students with an understanding of the role and impact of social media in international relations, diplomacy, and public diplomacy, as well as develop skills in creating and managing digital diplomacy campaigns.
Prerequisites
Fundamental knowledge in international relations and diplomacy - understanding of international relations, diplomatic protocol, and international legislation, as well as communication skills, information technology literacy, critical thinking skills, knowledge of ethical standards, and understanding of basic issues in cybersecurity.
Learning outcomes
Knows information about the use of social media in digital diplomacy.
Skills in analyzing the digital diplomacy activities conducted on social media by international actors.
Create digital diplomacy campaigns on social media designed to implement the interests of international actors.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Governance and Diplomacy, IGDMeng | 3 | Master’s | Limited choice | Māris Cepurītis | |
| International Relations and Diplomacy, SEDM | 3 | Master’s | Limited choice | Māris Cepurītis |
