Vîrlan, Iuliana2025-02-102024VÎRLAN, Iuliana. Cariera diplomatică. Formarea profesională. In: Integrare prin cercetare și inovare: conferință științifică națională cu participare internațională. Științe Sociale, Chișinău, 7-8 noiembrie, 2024. Chișinău: CEP USM, 2024, pp. 253-259. ISBN 978-9975-62-687-3; ISBN 978-9975-62-799-3 (PDF). Disponibil: https://doi.org/10.59295/spd2024s.36978-9975-62-687-3978-9975-62-799-3 (PDF)https://msuir.usm.md/handle/123456789/16711https://doi.org/10.59295/spd2024s.36This article examines the diplomatic career, focusing on the training and skills development necessary for success in this field. Through a detailed analysis of educational programs and the typical career path of diplomats, the importance of rigorous and continuous preparation is emphasized. The study examines the education, skills and competencies required of a diplomat and emphasizes the relevance of practical experiences such as internships and diplomatic missions. It also presents the challenges and opportunities facing diplomats in the current global context characterized by dynamism and interdependence. In order to ensure a comprehensive and rigorous analysis of the diplomatic career and the skills required for success in this field, several complementary scientific methods have been used. The conclusions of the article present findings on the continuing professionalization of diplomacy and the importance of its actions on maintaining global peace and stability.rodiplomacydiplomatic skillseducationforeign policyinternational relationsArticlehttps://doi.org/10.59295/spd2024s.36