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INR371Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Bricks And Multilateral Diplomacy

This course introduces students to the emergence of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS) as new players on the global stage. It explores debates on the formation of a New World Order and the impact of BRICS on global and sub-regional levels. The course examines BRICS' approaches to global economic, political, development, and financial policy relations, emphasizing multilateral diplomacy and South-South cooperation. It also covers the BRICS collective multilateral diplomacy as a bloc.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
BRICSMultilateral DiplomacySouth-South CooperationEmerging EconomiesInternational Relations

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Diplomacy

2

Multilateral Diplomacy

3

BRICS

4

South-South Cooperation

5

International Relations

6

Global Governance

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 Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Diplomat

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International Relations Specialist

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Policy Analyst

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Trade Negotiator

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International Development Officer

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Industry Applications

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

MODULE 1: THE CONCEPTS OF DIPLOMACY AND MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY

4h

Unit 1: What is Diplomacy?

4 study hours
  • •Define diplomacy and its key elements.
  • •Explore the historical context and evolution of diplomacy.
  • •Identify the different types of diplomacy.
Week
2

MODULE 1: THE CONCEPTS OF DIPLOMACY AND MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY

4h

Unit 2: Scope and Functions of Diplomacy

4 study hours
  • •Examine the scope of diplomacy in international relations.
  • •Discuss the functions of diplomacy in maintaining peace and resolving conflicts.
  • •Analyze the role of diplomacy in foreign policy implementation.
Week
3

MODULE 1: THE CONCEPTS OF DIPLOMACY AND MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY

4h

Unit 3: Contemporary Diplomatic Practice

4 study hours
  • •Compare traditional and modern diplomatic practices.
  • •Analyze the relationship between diplomacy and negotiation.
  • •Explore current trends in diplomacy.
Week
4

MODULE 1: THE CONCEPTS OF DIPLOMACY AND MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY

4h

Unit 4: Bilateral Versus Multilateral Diplomacy

4 study hours
  • •Distinguish between bilateral and multilateral diplomacy.
  • •Examine the contexts and methods used in both forms of diplomacy.
  • •Understand the roles of various actors in bilateral and multilateral settings.
Week
5

MODULE 2: MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY IN PRACTICE

4h

Unit 1: Characteristics of Multilateral Diplomacy in International Organisations

4 study hours
  • •Identify the characteristics of multilateral diplomacy in international organizations.
  • •Analyze the role of conference diplomacy.
  • •Examine the role of summit diplomacy.
Week
6

MODULE 2: MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY IN PRACTICE

4h

Unit 2: Multilateral Diplomacy and Groupings in the International System

4 study hours
  • •Understand the principles and dynamics of groupings in the international system.
  • •Discuss the objectives of regional and interest groupings in international organizations.
  • •Examine examples of groupings and their justifications.
Week
7

MODULE 2: MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY IN PRACTICE

4h

Unit 3: International Negotiation, the Theory of Clubs and Multilateralism Diplomacy

4 study hours
  • •Understand the principles of club theory and negotiation.
  • •Analyze the trade-offs between state independence and club participation.
  • •Examine the benefits of membership in international organizations.
Week
8

MODULE 2: MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY IN PRACTICE

4h

Unit 4: Multilateral Diplomacy and the Concept of South-South Cooperation

4 study hours
  • •Understand the principles of South-South Cooperation.
  • •Analyze the objectives and benefits of South-South Cooperation.
  • •Examine the role of multilateral diplomacy in promoting South-South Cooperation.
Week
9

MODULE 3: BRICS (BRAZIL, RUSSIA, INDIA, CHINA AND SOUTH AFRICA)

4h

Unit 1: What is Brics?

4 study hours
  • •Define BRICS and its significance in the global arena.
  • •Identify the common characteristics of the BRICS countries.
  • •Discuss the historical background of the BRICS forum.
Week
10

MODULE 3: BRICS (BRAZIL, RUSSIA, INDIA, CHINA AND SOUTH AFRICA)

4h

Unit 2: Knowing the BRICS Countries: Brazil, Russia and India

4 study hours
  • •Understand the economic and political situation of Brazil, Russia, and India.
  • •Identify their approaches to international development, trade, and economics.
  • •Analyze their perspectives on South-South Cooperation.
Week
11

MODULE 3: BRICS (BRAZIL, RUSSIA, INDIA, CHINA AND SOUTH AFRICA)

4h

Unit 3: Knowing the BRICS Countries: China and South Africa

4 study hours
  • •Understand the economic and political situation of China and South Africa.
  • •Identify their approaches to international development, trade, and economics.
  • •Analyze their perspectives on South-South Cooperation.
Week
12

MODULE 3: BRICS (BRAZIL, RUSSIA, INDIA, CHINA AND SOUTH AFRICA)

4h

Unit 4: Unity in Diversity? An Overview of the Five BRICS States' Approach to Diplomacy, Trade and Development

4 study hours
  • •Compare the approaches of the BRICS member states to diplomacy, trade, and development.
  • •Analyze the points of convergence and divergence among the BRICS countries.
  • •Understand the implications of unity in diversity for the BRICS bloc.
Week
13

MODULE 4: EVIDENCE OF BRICS MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY

4h

Unit 1: The BRICS: From an Acronym to an Institution

4 study hours
  • •Analyze the factors driving the evolution of BRICS from an acronym to an institution.
  • •Examine the objectives of BRICS as an alternative to established multilateralism.
  • •Understand the relationship between BRICS and Africa.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

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Develop comparative charts outlining the similarities and differences between BRICS member states.

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Practice applying theoretical frameworks to real-world scenarios involving BRICS.

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Review all tutor-marked assignments and self-assessment exercises.

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Allocate specific study time for each module, prioritizing areas of weakness.

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