Diplo’s Master of Contemporary Diplomacy is dynamic, interactive, and provides a good basis for understanding today’s globalised and interconnected society. The three main highlights for me were: (i) the wealth of knowledge divulged by the experienced instructors in the field of diplomacy; (ii) the detailed, structured and collaborative nature of the course materials and discussions and (iii) the chance to share and learn from my colleagues about their nations, experiences and worldviews. Through this course, I have gained a newfound confidence and worldview of the role of Small Pacific Islands in the diplomatic arena.