Comprehensive Foundations of Global Political Economy

Course Overview
Participants in the Comprehensive Foundations of Global Political Economy Course get a distinct viewpoint and an understanding of how political organizations and social concerns impact and are influenced by the global economy. Because it covers many of the same themes in a different way, this course is a perfect companion course for anyone studying international economics. This is a complimentary course, not a rival to international economics. It provides pupils with another perspective on studying the world economy.

Course Objectives
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Identify the role that the WTO, GATT, and IMF have in facilitating international trade
• Understand competing theories of international political economy
• Conceptualize the impact of a "strong" or "weak" currency on international trade
• Apply analytical tools to assess economic development and financial trends on a global scale.

Course Outline
The Comprehensive Foundations of Global Political Economy course covers the following core modules:

• Introduction to International Political Economy
  Explore the history, scope, and significance of IPE, and understand the interaction between politics and economics on a global stage.
• Theoretical Approaches to IPE
  Study the different schools of thought, including liberalism, Marxism, and realism, and how they apply to international economic relations.
• Global Trade and Institutions
  Examine international trade dynamics, the role of major global institutions, and the regulation of trade policies.
• Global Financial Markets and Crises
  Analyze the functioning of international financial markets, capital flows, and the causes and effects of global financial crises.
• Globalization and Economic Development
  Discuss the economic, political, and social impacts of globalization, and explore the strategies for sustainable development in emerging economies.

Target Group
This course is ideal for:

• This course is ideally suited for Economics or Political Science majors as it represents the intersection between the two fields. It covers not just the economics of international trade, but also the key organizations and social consequences of international trade.
• Anyone with an interest in global politics, economic policies, and international trade.

Program Cost

• 5-day training: €3700
• 10-day training: €6500

This program is available on various dates upon request. The Geneva Institute of Business Management offers flexible scheduling to accommodate participants’ needs.

Organizers
The Geneva Institute of Business Management organizes this course with its European partners.