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INR422Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

International Institutions

This course explores the nature of international institutions and international organizations. It is designed to enable students to appreciate international institutions, their modes of formation, and types. The course covers the formation, governance, financing, and dissolution of international institutions. It also examines the functions, structures, and legal status of these institutions, as well as sanctions and immunities. The course aims to facilitate understanding of the reasons for the formation of international institutions and how conflicts can be curtailed through international politics.

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26h
Study Time
13
Weeks
2h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
International InstitutionsInternational OrganizationsGovernanceSanctionsLegal Status

Course Overview

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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

Definition of International Institutions

2

Typology of International Institutions

3

Membership of International Institutions

4

Formation of International Institutions

5

Governance of International Institutions

6

Functions of International Institutions

7

Legal Status of International Institutions

8

Sanctions Imposed by International Institutions

Total Topics8 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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Diplomat

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International Relations Officer

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Policy Analyst

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International Lawyer

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Lobbyist

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Industry Applications

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GovernmentNon-Governmental OrganizationsInternational OrganizationsLawConsulting

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to International Institutions

2h

Unit 1: Definition of International Institutions

2 study hours
  • •Read the definition of international institutions
  • •Distinguish between international institutions and international organizations
  • •List major international institutions.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to International Institutions

2h

Unit 2: Typology of International Institutions

2 study hours
  • •Classify international institutions based on number of members, common history, interests, region, or geography
  • •Study examples of institutions under each classification
  • •Identify the characteristics of each type of international institution.
Week
3

Module 2: Membership of International Institutions

2h

Unit 1: Entry of Members into an International Institution

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of entry of members into international institutions
  • •Study the different ways states gain entry: founding members, treaties, accession
  • •Analyze examples of international institutions and their entry processes.
Week
4

Module 2: Membership of International Institutions

4h

Unit 2: Rights of Members of an International Institution

2 study hours
  • •Define 'rights' in the context of international institutions
  • •List and explain the rights of members: policy participation, voting, attending meetings, facilities, governance participation, withdrawal
  • •Examine examples of institutions and their members' rights.

Unit 3: Duties of Members of an International Institution

2 study hours
  • •Define 'duties' in the context of international institutions
  • •List and explain the duties of members: participation, promoting interests, making contributions, abiding by treaty provisions
  • •Analyze examples of institutions and their members' duties.
Week
5

Module 2: Membership of International Institutions

2h

Unit 4: Withdrawal of a Member from an International Institution

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of withdrawal of members from international institutions
  • •Differentiate between voluntary and compulsory withdrawal
  • •Study examples of withdrawal processes in EU, UN, ECOWAS, IMF.
Week
6

Module 3: Formation, Governance, Financing and Dissolution of International Institutions

2h

Unit 1: Formation of International Institutions

2 study hours
  • •Explain the formation of international institutions
  • •Study examples of the formation of the UN, EU, ECOWAS, World Bank, GATT, IMF
  • •Analyze the reasons for the formation of each institution.
Week
7

Module 3: Formation, Governance, Financing and Dissolution of International Institutions

2h

Unit 2: Governance of International Institutions

2 study hours
  • •Explain governance in international institutions
  • •Study governance structures in the World Bank, EU, and AU
  • •Analyze the roles of different actors in the governance of each institution.
Week
8

Module 3: Formation, Governance, Financing and Dissolution of International Institutions

2h

Unit 3: Financing of International Institutions

2 study hours
  • •Explain different ways international institutions are financed
  • •Study financing through voluntary contributions, compulsory contributions, borrowing, government funding, and endowments
  • •Analyze examples of how specific institutions are financed.
Week
9

Module 3: Formation, Governance, Financing and Dissolution of International Institutions

2h

Unit 4: Dissolution and Transformation of International Institutions

2 study hours
  • •Explain dissolution and transformation of international institutions
  • •Study the reasons for dissolution and the processes involved
  • •Analyze examples of dissolved and transformed institutions.
Week
10

Module 4: Functions and structures of International Institutions

2h

Unit 1: Functions of International Institutions

2 study hours
  • •State and explain the functions of the UN, World Bank, IMF, EU, ECOWAS, and AU
  • •Give examples of functions performed by each institution
  • •Compare and contrast the functions of different institutions.
Week
11

Module 4: Functions and structures of International Institutions

2h

Unit 2: Structures of International Institutions

2 study hours
  • •Describe the structures of ECOWAS, EU, and IMF
  • •Explain the functions of each structure within the institutions
  • •Compare and contrast the structures of different institutions.
Week
12

Module 4: Functions and structures of International Institutions

2h

Unit 3: Why States Act through International Institutions

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the reasons why states act through international institutions: financial assistance, political reasons, peace and security, economic and trade relations, employment opportunities
  • •Analyze examples of states acting through specific institutions
  • •Evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of states acting through international institutions.
Week
13

Module 5: International Institutions and International Law

4h

Unit 1: Legal Status of International Institutions

2 study hours
  • •Explain the legal status of international institutions
  • •Study how this status is acquired
  • •Analyze the legal status of the Bretton Woods Institutions, EU, and UN.

Unit 2: Sanctions Imposed by International Institutions on Member States

2 study hours
  • •Define sanctions
  • •Explain the types of sanctions: diplomatic, economic, military, sport
  • •Give reasons for sanctions and how they are dissolved.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

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Create a study schedule to cover all modules and units

2

Focus on understanding the key concepts and definitions

3

Review the examples of international institutions and their functions

4

Practice answering essay questions on the formation, governance, and financing of international institutions

5

Pay close attention to the legal status of international institutions and the sanctions they impose

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