Claudiu Lucaci

Claudiu Lucaci is an Associate Lecturer at the National School of Political Studies and Public Administration (NSPSA) in Bucharest, Romania, affiliated with the Center for Communication and Public Relations (CCPR) since 2010. He teaches courses in Public Relations, Political Diplomacy, and International Relations, leveraging over 30 years of professional experience in media and government communication.

His educational background includes:

• Mechanical Engineering degree (1993) from University of Architecture and Civil Engineering of Bucharest (UTCB)
• PhD in Sociology (2010) from University of Bucharest
• Master's in Political Science (2008)
• Master's in National Defense (2002)
• Program for Senior Executives at Harvard University (2003)

Lucaci's research focuses on Public Relations, International Relations, and Strategic Communication, informed by his extensive career as News Director at TVR (Romania's public television), Press Secretary for the Romanian Government, and Consul General to Los Angeles. His work bridges academic theory with practical applications in diplomatic communication, media strategy, and institutional messaging, emphasizing ethical frameworks in high-stakes political environments.