Course in Comprehensive Theories of International Relations

Course Overview
The Comprehensive Theories of International Relations Course provides participants with the basic logic of International Relations Theories and basic readings on the discipline of International Relations. This program is designed to provide students, professionals, and policymakers with a robust understanding of the dynamics shaping international affairs. Participants will learn how theories like Realism, Liberalism, Constructivism, and others apply to contemporary global issues, from geopolitical conflicts to international cooperation.

Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:

• Gain a strong foundational knowledge of key international relations theories.
• Understand how these theories influence policy decisions, global governance, and international institutions.
• Develop critical thinking skills to analyze global events through various theoretical lenses.
• Be able to apply these theories to contemporary challenges such as security, trade, and human rights.
• Build confidence in debating and discussing international relations in academic and professional settings.

Course Outline
This course is structured into several modules, each designed to focus on a specific theory or approach to international relations:

Module 1: Introduction to International Relations and Theoretical Foundations

• Overview of key concepts in international relations.
• The importance of theory in understanding global politics.

Module 2: Realism and Power Politics

• The origins and evolution of Realism.
• Key proponents and critics.
• Case studies: Cold War, US-China relations.

Module 3: Liberalism and International Cooperation

• The role of institutions, democracy, and trade in international peace.
• Analysis of international organizations like the UN, WTO, and NATO.

Module 4: Constructivism and the Role of Ideas

• How identities, beliefs, and norms shape international relations.
• The social construction of international politics.

Module 5: Critical Theories: Marxism, Feminism, and Post-Colonialism

• Examining international relations through alternative perspectives.
• Case studies: Global inequality, climate change, and post-colonial conflicts.

Target Group
This course is ideal for:

• International Relations undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students
• Members of other branches interested in International Relations
• Individuals interested in understanding global political dynamics and their impact on world affairs.

Program Cost
The program offers two flexible training options:

• 5-day intensive course: €3700
• 10-day comprehensive course: €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.