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PCR421Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

International Organizations and Peace Building

This course introduces students to the evolution and operations of international organizations in peace building. It examines the roles of various actors, including states and non-state entities, in promoting global peace. The course also covers conceptual frameworks for peacemaking, peacekeeping, and peace enforcement, while addressing challenges and constraints in achieving sustainable peace. Emphasis is placed on pre-conflict peace-building mechanisms and the importance of international law.

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200h

Study Time

13

Weeks

15h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

International OrganizationsPeace BuildingConflict ResolutionGlobal PoliticsUnited Nations

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

Peace Building

3

Conflict Resolution

4

Global Governance

5

International Law

6

Security Studies

7

Diplomacy

Total Topics7 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

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Diplomat

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Policy Analyst

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Conflict Mediator

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International Relations Officer

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Peacekeeping Operations Coordinator

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentNon-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)International Organizations (e.g., UN, AU, EU)Think TanksConsulting

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Conceptualisation of International Organisations and Peace Building

8h

Unit 1: Definitions of International Organisations and Peace Building

4 study hours

•Read definitions of international organizations and peace building.
•Understand the context and attitudes that give rise to violence.
•Clarify the affiliation between international organizations and sovereign states.

Unit 2: Origin and Evolution of International Organisations and Peace Building

4 study hours

•Explain what necessitated the evolution of international organizations.
•Understand the initial difficulties faced by international organizations.
•Highlight the roles of various powers in the formation of the United Nations.
•Identify various forms of international organizations.

Week

2

Module 1: Conceptualisation of International Organisations and Peace Building

8h

Unit 3: International Organisations and Peace Building: Analysis of Organs and Roles

4 study hours

•Specify the organs of the United Nations.
•Identify and discuss the agencies established to augment the services of the UN.
•Narrate in detail the working activities of those agencies in line with peace building in Africa and Asia.

Unit 4: International Organisations and Peace Building: Constraints

4 study hours

•Understand the constraints faced by international organizations.
•Explain areas that could be improved upon in ensuring global peace.

Week

3

Module 2: The Agents of Transformation in International Organisations and Peace Building

5h

Unit 1: State and Non-State Actors in the Promotion of a Just and Peaceful Society

5 study hours

•Identify in simple terms the concept of state and non-state actors.
•Identify specifically those who fall under the category of state and non-state actors.
•Clarify the role of non-governmental organizations in peace-building activities as well as their shortcomings.
•Express in clear terms how the efficient collaboration of both state and non-state actors can advance international peace.

Week

4

Module 2: The Agents of Transformation in International Organisations and Peace Building

5h

Unit 2: Concept of Sovereignty in Relation to International Organisations and Peace Building

5 study hours

•Conceptualize the term sovereignty.
•Explain its historical origin and methods of acquiring it.
•Narrate the emergence of state, its sovereignty, and its limitations.

Week

5

Module 2: The Agents of Transformation in International Organisations and Peace Building

6h

Unit 3: Foreign Policies of the Major Powers as Facilitators of Peace or Conflict Generation in International Organisations and Peace Building

6 study hours

•Analyze the foreign policies of major world powers.
•Articulate their effects on world conflict situations and peace-building activities.
•Classify areas where the third world or developing countries could disentangle themselves from the yoke of ideological warfare.

Week

6

Module 2: The Agents of Transformation in International Organisations and Peace Building

8h

Unit 4: The Role of Municipal and International Laws as They Affect International Organisations and Peace-Building

4 study hours

•Relate the collaborative efforts of Municipal and International Law in areas of peace-building.
•Explain what global peace would be without International Law.

Unit 5: Causes of International Conflicts

4 study hours

•Explain what international conflict is.
•Identify those issues that serve as galvanized international conflict.

Week

7

Module 3: Conceptual Framework: Peacemaking, Peace Keeping, Peace Enforcement, Their Problems and Structures in Global Politics

5h

Unit 1: Definition of Peace Making, Peace Keeping, Peace Enforcement and Case Studies

5 study hours

•Define peace-making, peace-keeping, and peace-enforcement.
•Discuss specific case studies either in Africa or elsewhere where the United Nations had cause to intervene.

Week

8

Module 3: Conceptual Framework: Peacemaking, Peace Keeping, Peace Enforcement, Their Problems and Structures in Global Politics

5h

Unit 2: Problems Associated with Peace Making, Peace Keeping, and Peace Enforcement in Africa

5 study hours

•Explain the problems associated with peace-making, peace-keeping and peace-enforcement in Africa.
•Proffer solutions to these problems.

Week

9

Module 3: Conceptual Framework: Peacemaking, Peace Keeping, Peace Enforcement, Their Problems and Structures in Global Politics

5h

Unit 3: United Nations and Peace Keeping Force

5 study hours

•Have a good understanding of and equally give a good assessment of the United Nations in peace-keeping missions.

Week

10

Module 3: Conceptual Framework: Peacemaking, Peace Keeping, Peace Enforcement, Their Problems and Structures in Global Politics

5h

Unit 4: International Organisations as Structures of Global Politics

5 study hours

•Explain in clear terms why international organisations are seen as structures of global politics.

Week

11

Module 4: Roles of International Organisations in International Affairs

6h

Unit 1: The Primary Roles of International, Continental, and Regional Organisations in International Affairs and Peace Building

6 study hours

•Demonstrate sound knowledge of various international organisations and their primary roles.
•Assess the adequacy or otherwise of peoples' role-expectations from the international organisations.

Week

12

Module 4: Roles of International Organisations in International Affairs

6h

Unit 2: A Critical Review of the Performance of the International, Continental, and Regional Organisations in Their Effort at Maintaining International Peace and Security

6 study hours

•Explain the essence of which international organisations have justified their existence to humanity.
•Identify, as a leader, with one of the organisations and chat a way forward.

Week

13

Module 4: Roles of International Organisations in International Affairs

8h

Unit 3: The Role of International Court of Justice and Some Relevant Case Studies in Pursuance of Global Peace and Security

4 study hours

•Understand the workings of the International Court of Justice.
•Explain its efficacy as a peace-building institution.

Unit 4: Issues and Challenges in the Field of Global Peace

4 study hours

•Have a broad understanding of what global peace entails.
•Explain the concept of systemic approach to resolving conflict.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key concepts and definitions.

2

Develop case studies for each module, analyzing real-world examples of international organizations in action.

3

Practice essay writing, focusing on articulating arguments and supporting them with evidence from the course materials.

4

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and self-assessment exercises, identifying areas for improvement.

5

Create flashcards with key terms and definitions to aid memorization.

6

Allocate specific time slots for revision, ensuring coverage of all modules and units.

7

Form study groups to discuss complex concepts and share insights.

8

Focus on understanding the relationships between different international organizations and their roles in global peace and security.

9

Pay close attention to the case studies provided in the course materials, analyzing the successes and failures of different interventions.

10

Practice answering past exam questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format and question types.

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