From leaders of industry to diplomats, graduates emerge with the qualifications to meet the demands of today’s business etiquette and digital protocol requirements, enabling you to:
- Promote international business and diplomatic relations between companies and countries.
- Communicate strategically across global cultural landscapes.
- Create an atmosphere of civility and inclusion in a diverse workplace.
A History Of Success
A recognized leader in the Business Etiquette and International Protocol training industry the International Protocol Institute of California is an internationally renowned protocol training and consultancy firm. The Institute’s Programs provide the knowledge to:
- Promote international relations through protocol and diplomacy.
- Communicate across cultures and negotiate strategically worldwide.
- Create an atmosphere of civility in the workplace resulting in increased productivity, optimal employee retention and customer excellence.
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World-Class Training
Whether your business interests are in the United States, Asia, Europe or the MENA region, we deliver, through time-tested modern and traditional methodologies, proven solutions to succeed in the global economy.
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Our Founder
Marie Betts-Johnson, Founder and Director of the International Protocol Institute of California®, is an expert on International Protocol, Global Executive Presence and Business Etiquette. Originally from Tipperary, Ireland, Marie is based in San Diego, California and established The International Protocol Institute of California® in 1989. She is an internationally recognized consultant, speaker and columnist and has developed hundreds of training programs for multinational companies, diplomats, chiefs of protocol, government and non-government entities, entrepreneurs and business professionals.
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Protocol Officers/Diplomats/Royalty
Technology/Law/Pharmaceuticals
Ports/Airports/Tourism
NGO’s/Governmental/Military
Hospitality
Higher Education/Non-Profit
Top Testimonials
It was a fantastic program that I have ever come across so far and hope it continues to help others the way it has helped us. In fact for me, it was really a very good insight as I come with the practical knowledge of being a part of the protocol industry, however, I haven’t been a part of a real practical training like this which, not gives you a hands-on, but also prepares you well. I am sure with this training, I will be able to do something better in the future.””Dubai – Train to be an International Protocol Specialist
Yasin Saif Alsawaee
I have attended many trainings before, but this one was different with personal attention in every session and a team so unique and special. Thank you Levenbert and IPIC for this excellent experience.
Ms. Reem Al Bardan, Protocol Manager
I have come from a military background and the course was exactly what I needed. After completing the program, I have a reference to follow and approach to implement procedures, origin of which I wasn’t aware of. I am glad and would like to encourage everyone in the field of protocol to join this program.
Manaf Al Mannai
Making the right investments in learning and development programs has never been more important or more of a challenge for business leaders. The Certified Protocol Specialist Program is very important in building bridges of trust, respect and integrity between cultures globally, I highly recommend it.
Haytham Dabboussy
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Diplomacy – I Don’t Have the Right to Change Your Mind!
Benjamin Franklin warned us: “Whoever would overthrow the liberty of a nation must begin by subduing the freeness of speech.” Thankfully, we all still have the right to free speech and in my opinion, the day we lose that will be the death of democracy. The purpose of this article is for us to doRead More -
We’re Back! Check out our new Website!
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“Hello,” “How are you?”
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/6"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] In these turbulent times, is it still okay, after saying "Hello," to ask "How are you?" Or, should people be asking something else instead? We can no longer shake hands, must stand 6ft apart, and must wear face masks. That's a lot of non-verbal cues to lose in the space ofRead More
