Empowering Organisations Through Premium Etiquette, Protocol & Leadership Training

Transform your workforce into confident, culturally intelligent global leaders with bespoke corporate learning from The British Protocol Academy (BPA) — trusted by royalty, C-suite executives, diplomats, and leading international organisations.

In a world where reputation is currency and conduct is influence, BPA equips your teams to navigate every environment with the mastery, confidence, and cultural intelligence demanded at the highest levels of business and diplomacy.

Learn More About Our Programmes

Overview

At BPA, we believe that how your people conduct themselves is as critical as what they deliver. From the moment they enter a room, host a client dinner, or represent your brand abroad, their behaviour is a direct reflection of your organisation’s values and capability.

Our programmes bring together executive presence, global business etiquette, diplomatic protocol, and cross-cultural communication mastery — ensuring that every interaction strengthens relationships, builds trust, and advances strategic objectives.

We’ve worked with heads of state, FTSE 100 boards, Fortune 500 corporations, and royal households, delivering training that blends the traditions of diplomacy with the demands of modern global commerce.

Our Offer

When you engage BPA, you’re not simply booking a course — you’re gaining a strategic partner in developing a high-performing, globally fluent workforce.

 

We provide an end-to-end corporate learning service:

Delivered by specialists in international protocol, leadership presence, negotiation etiquette, and cultural diplomacy.

From exclusive offsite retreats to fully virtual global cohorts, we adapt delivery to your operational needs.

BPA Certificates of Achievement and verifiable digital badges recognised internationally.

Programmes that address your market realities, cultural challenges, and brand objectives.

Live roleplay, cultural simulations, and scenario-based training to ensure skills are embedded.

What sets us apart

We serve individuals and institutions who understand that how you show up is just as important as what you bring to the table. From professionals looking to refine their presence, to executives representing global brands, to diplomats preparing for international assignments, our training is designed to meet real-world needs.

Elite Faculty

Trainers with real-world experience at the highest diplomatic and corporate levels.

Bespoke Design

Every programme crafted to match your organisational goals, industry culture, and strategic priorities.

Flexible, Global Delivery

On-site, hybrid, or fully online — accessible to teams in any region or time zone.

Proven ROI

Comprehensive reporting on engagement, skills application, and business impact.

What You Get with BPA

Expert-Led Learning

Delivered by internationally recognised protocol, etiquette, and leadership specialists who have worked with royalty, heads of state, Fortune 500 executives, and global institutions.

Flexible Delivery

On-site at your offices, immersive residential retreats, hybrid, or fully online — designed to fit your operations without disrupting workflow.

Prestige Certification

BPA Certificates of Achievement and digital badges to recognise excellence and enhance your organisation’s professional credibility.

Tailored Curriculum

Programmes designed around your industry, culture, and goals, ensuring immediate relevance and measurable business impact.

High-Engagement Experience

Designed for aspiring educators, this course helps participants refine their instructional skills, enabling them to lead workshops and training sessions with confidence and impact.

Working with BPA

We understand that corporate training for senior leaders and client-facing teams must be seamless, impactful, and aligned with your organisational culture.

Our five-stage partnership model ensures this:

1

Discovery

Consultation with leadership and HR to map skills gaps and strategic goals.

2

Design

Creation of a branded learning programme tailored to your people and market.

3

Delivery

Expert facilitation using in-person, hybrid, or virtual formats.

4

Embed

Post-training integration tools, cultural checklists, and reinforcement modules.

5

Measure

Data-rich reports tracking behaviour change, ROI, and client feedback impact.

Why high-level clients choose BPA

Dedicated account manager and faculty liaison.

Confidentiality and discretion at all times.

Capacity to deliver high-security, protocol-sensitive training.

Global reach with multilingual, culturally adapted content.

Our Course Suites

We have designed seven specialist course suites to meet the diverse needs of global organisations. Each can be delivered individually or combined into a Corporate Academy Programme.

Global Etiquette & Presence


From first impressions to formal dining mastery — every professional moment counts.
Outcomes: Enhanced trust, influence, and personal impact.

Diplomatic Protocol & Statecraft


Master high-level hosting, ceremonial etiquette, and VIP engagement.
Outcomes: Flawless representation and prestige protection.

Cross-Cultural Communication & Negotiation


Learn to adapt and negotiate successfully across cultures.
Outcomes: Faster deal-making and fewer misunderstandings.

Client Excellence & Frontline Reputation


Refine service and relationship skills to luxury-standard levels.
Outcomes: Premium client experience and loyalty.

Leadership Communication & Media Readiness


Project authority and composure in all public forums.
Outcomes: Leaders who inspire and influence.

Events, Hospitality & Government Relations


Coordinate seamless, prestigious events for high-profile stakeholders.
Outcomes: Elevated brand image and stakeholder confidence.

Graduate & Early-Career Professionalism


Prepare your next generation of talent to represent your brand with distinction.
Outcomes: Confident, brand-aligned professionals from day one.