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In partnership with the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, La Trobe University has today launched the world’s first sports diplomacy MOOC (Massive Open Online Course). Offered as a free online course, the content aims to equip athletes, sports administrators, coaches and officials representing Australia on and off the field with the skills, understanding and etiquette to be effective ambassadors through sport.

1. Official, cultural, public and sports diplomacy
2. Australian foreign policy
3. How sport can showcase Australian culture and values
4. Personal branding and reputation
5. Cultural awareness
6. Diplomatic tradecraft
7. Networking, protocols and etiquette