Public affairs in international operations course (PAIO) 05 - 09 Oct 2026

PAIO is a NATO listed, one-week course consisted of interactive lectures and syndicate work, practical exercises with camera exposure followed by individual feedback by certified media trainers and group discussions.

Aim: The aim of this course is to develop the necessary knowledge and skills in order to enable participants to incorporate them when deployed to International Operations (IO) and to effectively communicate with media within the PA Cells organized in International Operations. PAIO will enable participants to advance their media and communication skills in order to perform their everyday duties in the AOR.

Target Audience: The main audience consists of individuals (both military and civilian) who have already acquired basic Public Affairs knowledge (preferably by completing PARC’s BPAC or equivalent thereof).

Rank Level: Military and civilian personnel within Ministries of Defence, Armed Forces or other relevant institutions. No rank limitation for the military.

Course info

Available seats
20 (open to all NATO, PfP, MD, ICI and PatG
Course Level
Basic (previous PA experience and training recommended)
NATO Certification level
NATO third
Application deadline
05 Sep 2026
Period
05 - 09 Oct 2026
Course fee
Residential 260€