Faculty: Graduate School of Social Sciences

The International Relations and Intelligence Studies major focuses on the principles and practices of global politics, diplomacy, security, and intelligence. Students acquire skills in political analysis, international law, diplomacy, intelligence gathering, national security, and strategic planning, preparing for careers in government, diplomacy, intelligence agencies, think tanks, and related fields.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand principles of international relations and intelligence studies.
• Develop skills in political analysis and diplomacy.
• Familiarize with international law and international organizations.
• Explore strategies for intelligence gathering and national security.
• Analyze global conflicts and security challenges.
• Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Gain practical experience through research projects and internships.

Main Program Outline:

1. Introduction to International Relations - Overview of principles, history, and current trends of international relations.
2. Political Analysis - Techniques for analyzing political systems and global events.
3. International Law and Organizations - Basics of international law and the role of global organizations.
4. Diplomacy and Negotiations - Principles of managing diplomatic relations and negotiations.
5. Intelligence Gathering and Analysis - Techniques for gathering and analyzing intelligence information.
6. National Security Strategies - Principles for developing and implementing national security policies.
7. Global Conflicts and Security Challenges - Analyze current and historical global conflicts and security threats.
8. Strategic Planning and Policy - Principles of strategic planning and policy development in international relations.
9. Ethics in International Relations and Intelligence - Explore ethical considerations and professional standards in international relations and intelligence.
10. Research Methods in International Relations - Techniques for conducting and evaluating research in international relations.
11. Practical Training - Hands-on experiences in government agencies, diplomatic missions, intelligence agencies, research centers, or relevant organizations.
12. Capstone Project - Comprehensive project applying skills in international relations and intelligence studies, such as conducting political analysis or developing a diplomatic strategy or implementing national security policy.

Assessment Methods:

• Analysis of international relations principles
• Political analysis projects
• International law and organizations projects
• Diplomacy and negotiation projects
• Intelligence gathering and analysis projects
• National security strategies projects
• Global conflicts and security challenges projects
• Strategic planning and policies projects
• Ethics in international relations and intelligence projects
• Research methods projects
• Internship reports
• Capstone projects and presentations

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Introduction to International Relations"
• "Political Analysis"
• "International Law and Organizations"
• "Diplomacy and Negotiation"
• "Intelligence Gathering and Analysis"
• "National Security Strategies"
• "Global Conflicts and Security Challenges"
• "Strategic Planning and Policy"
• "Ethics in International Relations and Intelligence"
• "Research Methods in International Relations"

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of political science and history with an interest in international relations and intelligence studies.

Duration:

Typically 4 years to obtain a bachelor's degree in International Relations and Intelligence Studies.

Certification:

Graduates may obtain certifications such as:

• Certified Intelligence Professional (CIP)
• Certified in International Relations (CIR)
• Specific Intelligence and Security Techniques Certifications

Target Audience:

Aspiring diplomats, intelligence analysts, national security specialists, political analysts, and professionals aiming for careers in government agencies, diplomatic missions, intelligence agencies, think tanks, and related fields. This major equips students with analytical, strategic, and diplomatic skills needed to excel in international relations and intelligence studies, supporting careers in various roles within government agencies, diplomatic missions, intelligence agencies, think tanks, and related fields. The program offers comprehensive education in international relations principles, political analysis, international law, diplomacy, intelligence gathering, national security, global conflicts, strategic planning, ethics, research methods, and practical experience through research projects and internships, preparing students for successful careers in the field.