MASTERCLASS- BUSINESS ETIQUETTES IN THE NETHERLANDS

2023
Reserve the preferred date.

Mode of Study: Online or in-class in any country around the world.

Our training programs enables executives to represent themselves and their organisation with excellence, distinction and capabilities to bridge cultural and diplomatic gaps.

Target audience:

  • Government Representatives: Ambassadors, Diplomats, Honorary Consuls & Embassy Staff;
  • Business Professionals: Entrepreneurs, Consultants, Business Development Professionals;
  • Executives & Professionals: National & Local Government’s Officials, City Marketing & Investments Promotion Executives | International Organizations Staff;
  • Professionals are active in the Hospitality & Tourism Industry.

Key topics:

  • Dutch soberness: “Doe Normaal”;
  • Business communication in The Netherlands;
  • Business card Protocol & Etiquette;
  • Practices: punctuality and introductions;
  • Relations management: body language, handshake and networking.
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MASTERCLASS- DINE LIKE A DIPLOMAT ONLINE SESSION

Date: 25 March | 21 April | 26 Mei | 29 June

Mode of Study: Online
Language: English
Time: 10:00 – 14:00, CET The Netherlands
Fee: one session € 90,00

Good dining skills are a must when conducting business abroad or entertaining international clients in your own country. Table manners (or lack thereof) can have an impact on how individuals, and the companies they represent, are perceived.

This masterclass will reinforce your talents and provide valuable skills to enable you to master the appropriate skills in dining with executives from around the world, including host and guest duties, styles of eating, host duties, mingling proficiency and creating appropriate conversations.

This masterclass uses discussions and a three-course meal to impart the knowledge and skills needed in a variety of dining situations.

Key topics include:

  • Protocol to make invitations, extending, accepting and cancelling an invitation;
  • Receiving of guests: what should you do at the receiving line?
  • Host duties and his protocol;
  • Organizing a proper business luncheon;
  • Select restaurant and the table setting, hospitality and protocol aspects;
  • Seating guidelines: correct seating for a business meal;
  • Dining table protocol & etiquettes;
  • Formal toasting: when and how?
  • Styles of eating;
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MASTERCLASS- INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PROTOCOL ONLINE SESSION

24th July, 2020

Mode of Study: Online
Language: English
Time: 9:00 – 12:00, CET
Fee: one session € 90,00, four session € 320,00 (excl. tax)

In today’s global economy and cross border operations there is an increasing need for understanding diplomatic protocol and make the right impressions.

Protocol is knowing how to be comfortable and at ease, empowered with confidence and authority to make others feel truly welcomed and comfortable. It is about creating the right environment for business and making impact while maintaining courtesy and politeness in international affairs; meetings with ambassadors, government officials, international organisations, multinationals, corporations and companies.

Key topics include:

  • International protocol and soft diplomacy;
  • Enhanced personal, professional image, first impressions;
  • Corporate and diplomatic communication skills;
  • Business communication with partners from all over the world;
  • Strategies to gain an international edge;
  • Flags;
  • Protocol in the car;
  • Seating protocol by meeting;
  • Importance of rank & status;
  • Make an effective entrance & mingle;
  • Gift giving etiquette & protocol.
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MASTERCLASS- INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ETIQUETTE & PROFESSIONALISM ONLINE SESSION

Date: 23 July, 2020
Mode of Study: Online
Language: English
Time: 9:00 – 12:00, CET
Fee: one session € 90,00, four session € 320,00 (excl. tax)

Relations in business and social domains are easier if the concerned individuals are perceived as trustworthy, respectable and having proper business etiquettes.

To achieve a professional image, it is important for executives to understand the different types of personalities, nationalities, cultures and the associated etiquettes and manners.

The three components of business etiquettes (appearance, communication and behaviour) are at the core of this masterclass.

Interactions, such polite greetings, courteous conversations and active listening have an important impact on how you’re being perceived by others. Knowing how to make a great first impression, how to dress appropriately, read body language, etc. helps you to present yourself in an impactful way.

Key topics include:

  • Business card protocol & hand shake;
  • Business customs & terminology;
  • The art of conversation both in person and on phone;
  • Hoe to dress appropriately, personal style and its influence on your communication;
  • The right way of behaving online in a business context;
  • International Business Etiquette;
  • Dealing with ethical dilemmas, personal issues, and difficult people;
  • Polished diplomatic and formal social etiquette;
  • Dress-code: Formal and informal dress.


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