College: Graduate School of Social Sciences

This major focuses on the study of international relations, global politics, and the interconnectedness between societies, economies, and cultures. Students gain skills in political analysis, diplomacy, international law, global economy, and cultural understanding, preparing for careers in diplomacy, international organizations, NGOs, and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand theories of international relations and global politics.
• Develop skills in political analysis and diplomacy.
• Learn international law and principles of global governance.
• Explore the global economy and international trade.
• Analyze cultural diversity and global societal issues.
• Develop critical thinking, analysis, and cross-cultural communication skills.

Main Curriculum:

1. Introduction to Global Affairs - Overview of global affairs, international relations theories, and contemporary global issues.
2. Theory of International Relations - Key theories and concepts in international relations, such as realism, liberalism, and constructivism.
3. Diplomacy and International Negotiations - Principles and practices of diplomacy, negotiation techniques, and conflict resolution.
4. International Law - Basics of international law, treaties, and global legal frameworks.
5. Global Economy and International Trade - Principles of the global economy, international trade policies, and economic development.
6. Global Governance and International Organizations - Roles and functions of international organizations, structures of global governance, and multilateralism.
7. Cultural Anthropology and Global Societies - Understanding cultural diversity, global societal issues, and cross-cultural communication.
8. Regional Studies - In-depth analysis of specific global regions, their politics, economies, and cultures.
9. Practical Training - Hands-on experience in global affairs environments, such as international organizations, NGOs, diplomatic missions, or research centers.
10. Graduation Project - A comprehensive project applying global affairs skills, such as conducting political analysis, developing a diplomatic strategy, or researching a global issue.

Assessment Methods:

• Political analysis papers, diplomacy and negotiation simulations, international law case studies, global economy and trade reports, global governance and international organizations analyses, cultural anthropology and global societies essays, regional studies projects, training reports, graduation projects, group projects, and presentations.

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Introduction to Global Affairs" by various authors.
• "Theory of International Relations" by various authors.
• "Diplomacy and International Negotiations" by various authors.
• "International Law" by various authors.
• "Global Economy and International Trade" by various authors.
• "Global Governance and International Organizations" by various authors.
• "Cultural Anthropology and Global Societies" by various authors.
• "Regional Studies" by various authors.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of political science, international relations, and interest in global affairs and diplomacy.

Duration of the Program:

Typically 4 years to earn a bachelor's degree.

Certification:

While there are no specific certifications for global affairs, graduates may pursue other academic qualifications such as a master's or doctorate in international relations, diplomacy, or related fields. Professional certifications in specific areas such as international law or project management may also be relevant.

Target Audience:

Aspiring diplomats, international relations specialists, global affairs analysts, NGO workers, professionals seeking to work in international organizations, diplomatic missions, think tanks, and related fields. This major equips students with analytical and diplomatic skills necessary to excel in global affairs and support careers in various roles within international relations, diplomacy, and global governance.