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PAD853Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

International Administration

This course introduces students to the administration of international organizations, focusing on the factors contributing to the development of this discipline within public administration. It examines the United Nations as a central global entity and explores international bureaucracy as the engine of international administration. The course covers the nature, approaches, and challenges related to public administration in various global regions, highlighting the politics and decision-making processes within international contexts, and the influence of the North-South dichotomy.

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336h
Study Time
13
Weeks
26h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
International AdministrationInternational OrganizationsGlobal GovernanceInternational LawUnited Nations

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

International Law

2

International Organizations

3

Global Governance

4

North-South Relations

5

International Civil Service

6

Transnational Problems

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)

Self-assessment exercises

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final written examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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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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UN Officer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentNon-profitInternational 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
  • •Define administration and public administration.
  • •Discuss the perspectives of international administration as a field of study and as an organizational activity.
Week
2

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 1: Meaning and Importance of International Administration

2 study hours
  • •Identify the features of international administrations.
  • •Discuss the benefits of international administration to states and professionals.
Week
3

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.
  • •Discuss the importance of international administrations to contemporary international organizations.
Week
4

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 2: Relevance of International Administrations to Global Governance

2 study hours
  • •Highlight common problems of international administrations.
  • •Discuss the growing relevance of the international bureaucracy.
Week
5

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 3: International Bureaucracy

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of international bureaucracy.
  • •Describe the basic features of international bureaucracy.
Week
6

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 3: International Bureaucracy

2 study hours
  • •Analyze the importance of international bureaucracy in global governance.
  • •Trace the background of modern international bureaucracy.
Week
7

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 4: International Law

2 study hours
  • •Discuss how contact among nations is regulated.
  • •Account for the roots of international law and morality.
Week
8

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 5: Application of International Law and Morality

2 study hours
  • •Examine some mechanisms that help to resolve conflicts arising from these contacts.
  • •Appreciate issues involved in the application of international law and morality.
Week
9

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 5: Application of International Law and Morality

2 study hours
  • •Examine the standards of morality in international laws and how it affects states and individuals.
  • •Identify various factors affecting the effectiveness of international law.
Week
10

Module 1: Elements of International Administration

2h

Unit 6: Challenges of the International Law

2 study hours
  • •Examine how factors constrain global governance.
  • •Discuss those factors that led to the weakening of the western orientation of the international system.
Week
11

Module 2: Development of International Administration

4h

Unit 1: The Twenty-first Century International System

2 study hours
  • •Appreciate the extent to which economic interdependence and economic disparity between the EDCs and LDCs affect the international system.
  • •Emphasize values placed on the quality of life and environmental protection globally by the international community.

Unit 2: Transnational Problems and International Cooperation

2 study hours
  • •Demonstrate the universality of transnational problems.
  • •Prove that the solutions attempted by individual countries will not be enough to solve the problems humans face collectively.
Week
12

Module 2: Development of International Administration

4h

Unit 3: Development of International Organizations

2 study hours
  • •Explain the nature of international organizations.
  • •Appreciate the role of international organizations in the management of world economy.

Unit 4: International Decision Making

2 study hours
  • •Examine the individual-level analysis.
  • •Understand how each level influences decision-making.
Week
13

Module 2: Development of International Administration

4h

Unit 4: International Decision Making

4 study hours
  • •Understand the roles economic, social and political factors play in individual decision making.
  • •Review all course materials and prepare for final examination.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Modules 1-2 to understand foundational elements.

2

Focus on key international organizations and their functions (Units 7-10).

3

Review case studies in Modules 3-4 to analyze real-world applications.

4

Practice essay questions on North-South relations and global cooperation.

5

Memorize key international agreements and treaties discussed in Units 4-6.

6

Allocate study time evenly across all modules to ensure comprehensive coverage.

7

Review all TMAs and self-assessment exercises to identify areas needing further attention.

8

Create a study schedule to manage time effectively and avoid last-minute cramming.

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