INTR8031 Global Governance 2

INTR8031 is only available under certain award programs.

Offered By	Department of International Relations
Academic Career	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject	International Relations
Offered in	Second Semester, 2011 and First Semester, 2012
Unit Value	12 units
Course Description	This course introduces students to the structures, practices, and norms of global governance. The course begins with a consideration of core theoretical concepts, including governance, globalisation, power, authority, and legitimacy, before briefly contextualising the evolving trend towards global governance within the larger history of the modern state system. The second and third sections of the course explore debates on global governance in the context of (i) the United Nations system and (ii) the trend towards the ‘privatization’ of global governance and rule systems. The course will include several global governance case studies designed to illuminate the core theoretical concepts introduced in the first section.
Learning Outcomes	On satisfying the requirements for this course, students will be able to: demonstrate a sound knowledge and a critical understanding of the key themes and concepts of global governance and their relationship to debates within the discipline of International Relations apply those themes and concepts to a case study of contemporary global governance communicate their understanding about global governance in a clear and concise way through assignments and class participation
Indicative Assessment	2 Reading reviews (900 -1000 words each) 10 % each Essay (5000 words) 50% Exam 30%
Workload	There will be two hours of class time per week.
Course Classification(s)	AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs.
Areas of Interest	International Relations
Consent Required	Consent needed for any student not enrolled in the GSIA Program.
Technology Requirements	Students need access to a computer with Microsoft Word and access to the internet.
Programs	Master of Arts (International Relations), Master of International Affairs, Master of International Affairs, and Master of Arts (International Relations)
Other Information	Delivery Mode: Semester 2, 2011; delivered on campus, using a mix of lecture sessions, small group session, skills-training and research support workshops.
Academic Contact	Professor Lorraine Elliott

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