International Negotiations And Diplomacy
- Social Sciences
- 300 level
- 3 credit units
- 144 pages
- 16 units
This course exposes students to the issues surrounding international negotiations and diplomacy in today's globalized world. It acquaints students with basic concepts, differentiating between negotiation and diplomacy. The course covers the history of diplomacy, negotiation strategies, and the links between diplomacy and negotiations on issues like conflict, trade, and climate change. It also addresses diplomatic negotiations within regional and global institutions, such as the United Nations.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 30 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of INR381, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
INR381 · MODULE 1: UNDERSTANDING INTERNATIONAL NEGOTIATIONS
The following is a practical strategy for working through the course. If you run into any trouble, telephone your tutor. Remember that your tutor‟s job is to help you. When you need assistance, do not hesitate to call and ask your tutor to provide it.
What you should be able to do
- Define and differentiate between international negotiation and diplomacy.
- Identify and apply various theories of negotiation and diplomacy.
- Discuss methods and procedures of international negotiations.
- Analyze the history and evolution of diplomacy.
- Evaluate the role of diplomacy and negotiation in conflict management, trade, and climate change.
- Describe the practice of diplomacy and international negotiations in international organizations.
- Apply lessons learned to unilateral, bilateral, and multilateral practice of diplomatic negotiation.
What it prepares you for
- Diplomat
- International Relations Specialist
- Negotiator
- Policy Advisor
- Conflict Resolution Specialist
- Government
- International Organizations
- Non-Governmental Organizations
- Consulting
- Law
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: International Negotiations and Conceptual Issues in Diplomacy
Unit 3: Theories of Diplomacy
Requires understanding of diverse theoretical perspectives and their practical implications in diplomatic scenarios.
- Module 3: Diplomacy:History,Functions, Strategy and Behaviour of States
Unit 3: Diplomacy and Negotiation Behavior of States
Involves analyzing complex historical events and understanding the nuances of state behavior in diplomatic contexts.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 26 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Understanding International Negotiations
Unit 1: Definition of International Negotiation · 2 hours
Read the definition of international negotiation.. Understand basic concepts like strategy and tactics.. Explore the significance and necessity of negotiation.. Identify parties involved in international negotiations..
- Week 2Module 1: Understanding International Negotiations
Unit 2: Theories of Negotiations · 2 hours
Identify various theories of negotiation.. Discuss the main tenets of each theory.. Apply theories to understand international situations..
- Week 3Module 1: Understanding International Negotiations
Unit 3: Methods of Negotiations · 2 hours
Identify methods of international negotiations.. Discuss each method, including inquiry, mediation, conciliation, and good offices..
- Week 4Module 1: Understanding International Negotiations
Unit 4: Procedures for Negotiations · 2 hours
Identify categories of procedures for international negotiations.. Discuss each category, including spontaneous realization, great power initiation, tradition of friendship, and strong rivalry..
- Week 5Module 2: International Negotiations and Conceptual Issues in Diplomacy
Unit 1: Processes for International Negotiations · 2 hours
Identify the three stages of international negotiations.. Discuss each stage: pre-negotiation, formula, and details phases..
- Week 6Module 2: International Negotiations and Conceptual Issues in Diplomacy
Unit 2: Definition of Diplomacy · 2 hours
Define diplomacy.. Explain why negotiation is the essence of diplomacy.. Examine various definitions from scholars and practitioners..
- Week 7Module 2: International Negotiations and Conceptual Issues in Diplomacy
Unit 3: Theories of Diplomacy · 2 hours
Identify theoretical approaches to diplomatic studies.. Describe the Traditional, Nascent, and Innovative schools.. Understand the strengths and weaknesses of each approach..
- Week 8Module 2: International Negotiations and Conceptual Issues in Diplomacy
Unit 4: Types of Diplomacy · 2 hours
Identify different types of diplomacy.. Discuss permanent, personal, permanent conference, parliamentary conference, and ad hoc conference diplomacy.. Differentiate between the types..
- Week 9Module 3: Diplomacy:History,Functions, Strategy and Behaviour of States
Unit 1: History and Evolution of Diplomacy · 2 hours
Discuss the history and evolution of diplomacy.. Account for contributions of ancient civilizations to modern diplomatic practice..
- Week 10Module 3: Diplomacy:History,Functions, Strategy and Behaviour of States
Unit 2: Diplomatic Functions · 2 hours
Identify and discuss functions performed by diplomatic missions.. Discuss the roles and functions of diplomats, including information gathering, reporting, representation, protection, and negotiation..
- Week 11Module 3: Diplomacy:History,Functions, Strategy and Behaviour of States
Unit 3: Diplomacy and Negotiation Behavior of States · 2 hours
Discuss the relationship between the diplomat and negotiating behavior.. Discuss and differentiate the negotiating behaviors of different countries..
- Week 12Module 3: Diplomacy:History,Functions, Strategy and Behaviour of States
Unit 4: Diplomacy Strategies for Negotiations · 2 hours
Define diplomatic strategy.. Identify and discuss diplomatic strategies used in negotiations.. Identify and discuss principles for diplomatic negotiations..
- Week 13Module 4:Contextual Issues in Diplomacy and International Negotiations
Units in Module 4 · 2 hours
Review Media, Diplomacy and International Negotiations. Review Elements of International Negotiation. Review Negotiations and International Law. Review Diplomacy and International Negotiations in the UN.
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key concepts and definitions.
- Develop case studies for each module, applying theoretical frameworks to real-world scenarios.
- Practice essay questions covering major themes like conflict management, trade, and climate change.
- Review all tutor-marked assignments and incorporate feedback into your study notes.
- Create concept maps linking units within each module to reinforce understanding of interconnected topics.
- Allocate specific study time for each module, prioritizing areas of weakness identified in self-assessment exercises.
Questions students ask about this course
What is INR381 about?
This course exposes students to the issues surrounding international negotiations and diplomacy in today's globalized world. It acquaints students with basic concepts, differentiating between negotiation and diplomacy. The course covers the history of diplomacy, negotiation strategies, and the links between diplomacy and negotiations on issues like conflict, trade, and climate change. It also addresses diplomatic negotiations within regional and global institutions, such as the United Nations.
How many units does INR381 have?
INR381, International Negotiations And Diplomacy, has 16 units across 5 modules, over 144 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is INR381?
INR381 carries 3 credit units, at 300 level in Social Sciences.
Is INR381 hard?
INR381 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does INR381 take to study?
About 30 hours of study, spread across its 16 units.
How is INR381 assessed?
INR381 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with INR381?
Diplomat, International Relations Specialist, Negotiator, Policy Advisor and Conflict Resolution Specialist.