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MPA853Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

International Administration

This course introduces students to the administration of international organizations, focusing on the politics and approaches involved. It explores the elements of international administration, the development of international institutions, and the application of international law and morality. The course also examines decision-making in the international context, the roles of international organizations in global affairs, and the North/South relationship.

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26h

Study Time

13

Weeks

2h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

International AdministrationGlobal GovernanceInternational OrganizationsInternational LawNorth-South Relations

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

International Law

4

North-South Relations

5

Economic Cooperation

6

International Civil Service

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

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Diplomat

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International Relations Officer

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Policy Analyst

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International Development Consultant

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United Nations Official

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentNon-Governmental OrganizationsInternational OrganizationsConsultingAcademia

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 1: Meaning and Importance of International Administration

2 study hours

•Read the introduction to understand the concept of administration.
•Study the perspectives of international administration as a field and as an organizational activity.
•Review the features of international administration.

Week

2

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 2: Relevance of International Administrations to Global Governance

2 study hours

•Examine the functions of international administrations, including articulation, norm creation, and socialization.
•Assess the importance of international administrations in global governance.
•Identify common problems faced by international administrations.

Week

3

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 3: International Bureaucracy

2 study hours

•Define international bureaucracy and its features.
•Analyze the importance of international bureaucracy in global governance.
•Trace the background of modern international bureaucracy.

Week

4

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 4: International Law

2 study hours

•Discuss the fundamentals of international law and morality.
•Examine the growth and practical application of international law.
•Analyze the international legal system and the role of the ICJ.

Week

5

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 5: Application of International Law and Morality

2 study hours

•Appreciate the issues involved in applying international law and morality.
•Examine how international laws affect states and individuals.
•Study the role of international tribunals and the International Criminal Court.

Week

6

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 6: Challenges of International Law

2 study hours

•Identify factors affecting the effectiveness of international law.
•Examine how these factors constrain global governance.
•Discuss politics, power struggles, and double standards in international law.

Week

7

Module 2: Development of International Administration

2h

Unit 1: The Twenty-first Century International System

2 study hours

•Discuss factors leading to the weakening of the Western orientation of the international system.
•Appreciate the impact of economic interdependence and disparity.
•Emphasize the importance of quality of life and environmental protection.

Week

8

Module 2: Development of International Administration

2h

Unit 2: Transnational Problems and International Cooperation

2 study hours

•Demonstrate the universality of transnational issues.
•Prove that individual country solutions are insufficient.
•Examine the ecological state of the world and sustainable development.

Week

9

Module 2: Development of International Administration

2h

Unit 3: Development of International Organizations

2 study hours

•Explain the nature of international organizations.
•Appreciate the role of international organizations in managing the world economy.
•Discuss the roots and expansion of IGOs.

Week

10

Module 2: Development of International Administration

2h

Unit 4: International Decision Making

2 study hours

•Examine individual-level analysis in international decision-making.
•Understand how each level influences decision-making.
•Analyze the roles of economic, social, and political factors.

Week

11

Module 3: Approaches To Cooperation Among Global Regions.

2h

Unit 1: Regional Economic Cooperation

2 study hours

•Discuss different levels of economic integration.
•Appreciate the roles of economic cooperation in various regions.
•Examine economic cooperation in the Western Hemisphere and Asia-Pacific.

Week

12

Module 3: Approaches To Cooperation Among Global Regions.

4h

Unit 2: North-South Relations

2 study hours

•Explain factors distinguishing the North and South economic worlds.
•Understand the reasons for inter-continental groupings.
•Discuss approaches to North-South relations.

Unit 3: Approaches to North-South Cooperation

2 study hours

•Examine the activities of the Group of 77.
•Discuss the gap between developed and developing nations.
•Analyze the emergence of the New International Economic Order.

Week

13

Module 3: Approaches To Cooperation Among Global Regions.

4h

Unit 4: South and International Political Economy

2 study hours

•Examine economic development in the South and its sources of capital.
•Understand the perspectives of LDCs on development issues.
•Analyze the relationship between the South and the international political economy.

Unit 5: South-South Cooperation

2 study hours

•Identify reasons why South-South countries are bypassing rich nations.
•Discuss specific relations among South-South members.
•Analyze variables of relationships among members.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a study schedule allocating time for each module and unit.

2

Focus on understanding key concepts and theories related to international administration.

3

Review case studies of international organizations and their operations.

4

Practice answering essay questions to improve critical thinking and writing skills.

5

Familiarize yourself with international law principles and their application.

6

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions.

7

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 international bureaucracy concepts

8

Practice SQL queries from Units 7-9 weekly

9

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 database concepts

10

Practice SQL queries from Units 7-9 weekly

11

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 database concepts

12

Practice SQL queries from Units 7-9 weekly

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