International Organisations

Paper Code: 
24MIR 124
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Objectives:  The objectives of this course are to: acquaint with genesis, organisational set up, functions and efficacy of International Organisation; develop theoretical understanding of international organizations (IOs) and the global problems they attempt to address;And understand recent efforts made at restructuring these organisations

Course Outcomes: 

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course

earning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

24MIR 124

International Organisations

(Theory)

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

CO19:  Articulate the reasons for the existence of international organisations leading explanations within political science for why International Organisations exist

CO20: Explore the historical evolution of International Organizations, tracing their origins from seminal events

CO21: evaluate the UN, while analyzing its role in maintaining international peace and security in a rapidly changing global landscape.

CO22: Investigate international financial and trade institutions, addressing pertinent issues and exploring potential reforms to enhance their effectiveness.

CO23: Comprehend the major achievements and challenges that regional Organisations face in meeting their objectives

CO24: Contribute effectively in course specific interaction

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Power Point Presentation

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks.

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

 

12.00
Unit I: 
International Organisations

International Organisations: Definition, Classification and Purpose; Role of International Organisations- Realist and Liberal Perspectives

12.00
Unit II: 
Historical Evolution

Historical Evolution of International Organisation - Origins of International Institutions; Treaty of Westphalia, Congress of Vienna, League of Nations 

12.00
Unit III: 
United Nations

UN-Genesis, Structure, Critical Evaluation; Role in International Peace and Security

12.00
Unit IV: 
International Organisations:

International financial and trade institution- Bretton Woods Institutions - World Bank and IMF, WTO: Issues and Reforms

12.00
Unit V: 
International Organisations

 European Union, ASEAN, African Union, OAS

Essential Readings: 

Ø  Basu, R.(2019). The United Nations, Structure and Functions of an International Organization. New Delhi: Sterling Publishers

Ø  Chakraborty, B., &  Nandy, D.,(2019),Role of International Organisations in World Politics, Blue Roan Publishing, Ahemdabad

Ø  Park, S.,( 2018), International Organisations and Global Problems, Cambridge University Press, Cambridge

Ø  Hurd, I., (2017), International Organisations: Politics, Law, Practice,North western University, Illinois

Ø  Ghai, U.R. (2017). International Politics Theory & Practice. New Delhi: New Academic Publishing Co.

Ø  Barkin, J.,(2013),International Organization: Theories and Institutions, London,Palgrave Macmillan

Chandra, P. Arora, P. (2012). International Politics. New Delhi: Cosmos Bookhive

References: 

Ø  Wein,T.G., Forsyth, D.P. and Coate, R.A. (2013). The United Nations and Changing World Politics. Boulder: Westview Press.

Ø  Karns, M.P. and Mingst, K.A. (2009) International Organizations: The Politics and Processes of Global Governance.  Boulder: Lynne Rienner Publishers.

Ø  Baehr, P.and Gordenker, L. (2005)The United Nations: Reality and Ideal, London, Palgrave Macmillan

Ø  Schlesinger, S. (2004).  Act of Creation: The Founding of the United Nations. New York: Basic Books.

Ø  Bennett, A.L.(2001). International Organizations: Principles and Issues. New Jersey:  Prentice Hall.

Ø  Archer, C. (2001). International Organizations. New York: St. Martin Press.

Ø  Bennett, A.L. and Oliver, J.K. (2001). International Organizations; Principles and Issues, London:Pearson.

Ø  Baehr, P.and Gordenker, L.(1999). The United Nations in the 1990s, Basingstoke: Macmillan.

Ø  Baehr, P.R.and Gordenker, L. (1994). The United Nations in 1990s. Hampshire: Macmillan.

Ø  Ghali, B.B. (1992). An Agenda for Peace. New York: United Nations.

Ø  Angell,C.(1989). The Quest for World order. Ann Arbor: University of Michigan Press

Berridge,G.(1991). Return to the UN: UN Diplomacy in regional conflicts. London: Palgrave Macmillan

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