College: Economics and Administrative Sciences

International relations focus on global politics, diplomacy, and international affairs. Students develop skills in political analysis, diplomacy, international law, and global governance, preparing them for careers in diplomacy, international organizations, NGOs, think tanks, and academia.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of international relations and global politics.
• Develop skills in political analysis, diplomacy, and international law.
• Learn research techniques for global issues and international affairs.
• Explore principles of global governance, international organizations, and conflict resolution.
• Analyze and interpret international relations data.
• Develop critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills.

Main Curriculum:

1. Introduction to International Relations - Overview of key concepts and practices in international relations.
2. International Politics - Principles and techniques for analyzing global political phenomena.
3. Diplomacy and Foreign Policy - Principles and techniques of diplomatic practices and policy making.
4. International Law - Principles and techniques for understanding and applying international legal frameworks.
5. Global Governance - Principles and techniques for analyzing global governance structures.
6. International Organizations - Principles and techniques for engaging with international organizations.
7. Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies - Principles and techniques for resolving conflicts and promoting peace.
8. Research Methods in International Relations - Principles and techniques for conducting research on global issues.
9. Practical/Applied Training - Real-world experiences in international relations environments.
10. Senior Project - A comprehensive project applying skills in political analysis, diplomacy, or international law.

Assessment Methods:

Analyses of international politics, diplomacy reports, international law studies, global governance projects, conflict resolution studies, research methods papers, internship reports, senior projects, group projects, and presentations.

Recommended Textbooks:

• "International Relations" by various authors.
• "International Politics" by Joseph S. Nye.
• "Diplomacy" by Henry Kissinger.
• "International Law" by Malcolm N. Shaw.
• "Global Governance" by Thomas G. Weiss and Rorden Wilkinson.
• "Research Methods in International Relations" by various authors.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of political science and history and an interest in global affairs.

Duration of Major:

Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree.

Certification:

Graduates may pursue a master's degree in international relations or obtain specialist certifications in diplomacy or conflict resolution.

Target Audience:

Aspiring diplomats, international relations specialists, policy analysts, NGO workers, and academics. This major equips students with the skills to excel in international relations, supporting careers in diplomacy, global affairs, and related fields.