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DES415Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

International Organizations and Development (I)

This course introduces students to international organizations and development. It explores theoretical perspectives and conceptual debates surrounding international organizations' operations. The course examines the functions of key organizations like the WTO, IMF, World Bank, and United Nations. Students will develop an understanding of forces shaping international organizations and their implications for policy-making. It also covers theoretical approaches, including public policy theory, new institutionalism, and international governance approaches affecting third-world development.

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208h

Study Time

13

Weeks

16h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

International OrganizationsDevelopmentGlobal GovernanceThird WorldCivil Society

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

International Organizations

2

Global Governance

3

Development Theories

4

Globalization

5

Third World Development

6

Civil Society

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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International Development Officer

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Policy Analyst

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NGO Manager

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Diplomat

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Research Consultant

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Industry Applications

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International DevelopmentGovernmentNon-profitResearchConsulting

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

MODULE 1 –International Organizations in Development: Meaning, Theories and Relevance

4h

Unit 1: Defining International Organizations

2 study hours

•Read the definition of International Organizations.
•Understand the basic characteristics of an International Organization.
•Review the criteria for categorizing International Organizations.

Unit 2: Types and forms of IOs.

2 study hours

•Study the types and forms of IOs.
•Understand the purpose of International organizations.
•Appreciate the different types of International Organizations.

Week

2

MODULE 1 –International Organizations in Development: Meaning, Theories and Relevance

2h

Unit 3: History and emergence of Global Governance.

2 study hours

•Examine the history and emergence of Global Governance.
•Describe and define Global Governance.
•Explore the different types and forms of Global Governance.

Week

3

MODULE 1 –International Organizations in Development: Meaning, Theories and Relevance

2h

Unit 4: Theories of IOs and Global Governance (Realism, Neoliberal Institutionalism, Classic Liberal Institutionalism, Critical Theory).

2 study hours

•Study the Realism, Neoliberal Institutionalism, Classic Liberal Institutionalism, and Critical Theory.
•Understand the assumptions of each theory.
•Analyze the focus of IOs theories concerning their settings and purpose.

Week

4

MODULE 2: Global Finance and World Economic Development

2h

Unit 1 The World Bank

2 study hours

•Study the background and evolution of the World Bank.
•Describe the ownership and institutions that make up the World Bank.
•Understand the objectives and functions of the World Bank.

Week

5

MODULE 2: Global Finance and World Economic Development

2h

Unit 2 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF)

2 study hours

•Study the history and evolution of the International Monetary Fund.
•Understand the purpose and functions of the International Monetary Fund.
•Examine the lending criteria of the International Monetary Fund.

Week

6

MODULE 2: Global Finance and World Economic Development

2h

Unit 3 – World Trade Organization (WTO)

2 study hours

•Study the history and evolution of the World Trade Organization.
•Understand the purpose and functions of the World Trade Organization.
•Examine the principles of the International Trading System.

Week

7

MODULE 2: Global Finance and World Economic Development

2h

Unit 4 – African Development Bank (ADB)

2 study hours

•Study the history and evolution of the African Development Bank.
•Understand the purpose and functions of the African Development Bank.
•Examine the membership of the African Development Bank.

Week

8

MODULE 3– Globalization, Third World Development and International Organizations

2h

Unit1 – Meaning of Globalization in Development

2 study hours

•Study the meaning and definitions of globalization.
•Understand the forces of globalization.
•Examine the emergence of globalization in development.

Week

9

MODULE 3– Globalization, Third World Development and International Organizations

2h

Unit 2 –Globalization: Analysis from Development and Political Economy Perspectives

2 study hours

•Analyze globalization from development and political economy perspectives.
•Understand the contexts of globalization theories.
•Examine globalization explained from development theories.

Week

10

MODULE 3– Globalization, Third World Development and International Organizations

2h

Unit 3 – The Effects of Globalization on Third World Countries' Development

2 study hours

•Study the effects of globalization on third-world countries' development.
•Understand the economic and trade processes in the third world.
•Examine the impact of globalization on technology and cultural changes in the third world.

Week

11

MODULE 4: International Organizations as non-State actors – The Civil Society in International System

2h

Unit 1 – Mary Kaldor's Four Versions of Civil Society Emergence as Non-State Actors in Development

2 study hours

•Study Mary Kaldor's four versions of civil society emergence.
•Understand the concept of civil society.
•Examine the classical, activist, neoliberal, and post-modernist versions.

Week

12

MODULE 4: International Organizations as non-State actors – The Civil Society in International System

2h

Unit 2 - Civil Society as Third Sector of Society in Development

2 study hours

•Clarify the space for civil society operation as a third sector.
•Understand the two types of NGOs operating in the civil society as a development sector.
•Examine the characteristics of Secular NGOs and Faith-Based Organizations (FBOs).

Week

13

MODULE 4: International Organizations as non-State actors – The Civil Society in International System

2h

Unit 3 - Functions of Civil Society Organizations (NGOs) in Development

2 study hours

•Study the functions of Civil Society Organizations (NGOs) in International Development.
•Understand the role of civil society in development discourse.
•Examine the functions of civil society organizations in the development sector.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking the different theories of international organizations (Realism, Liberalism, Constructivism) to specific global events.

2

Practice applying different theoretical frameworks to analyze case studies of international interventions (e.g., peacekeeping missions, trade agreements).

3

Focus on understanding the roles and functions of key international organizations (UN, WTO, IMF, World Bank) and their impact on developing countries.

4

Review the different perspectives on globalization and its effects on third-world development, paying attention to both positive and negative consequences.

5

Prepare summaries of key concepts and debates related to civil society and its role in international development, including the different versions of civil society emergence.

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