Theory and Practice of Diplomacy

Paper Code: 
24DPOL712(B)
Credits: 
06
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

The objectives of this course are to build an understanding of the complex historical development of modern diplomatic practice and cultivate a sophisticated understanding of the employment of diplomacy in contemporary international relations and familiarise students with the activities of a modern diplomat within a wider historical and theoretical context.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Learning outcomes (at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

24DPOL 712(B)

Theory and Practice of Diplomacy

(Theory)

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

CO118: evaluate the conceptual complexities of diplomatic relations

CO119:  explain a systematic insight into the formal and informal exercise of power through diplomacy and diplomatic relations.

CO 120: to comprehend the activities of a modern diplomat in the rea of technology

CO121: formulate diplomatic methods that are currently employed in negotiations by both state and non-state actors

CO122: design professional presentation skills in related fields.

CO123: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
 

 

18.00
Unit I: 
Diplomacy in International relations

definition; objectives; features, scope in 21st century, Diplomacy in information age, diplomacy and technology, future and limits of Diplomacy

 

18.00
Unit II: 
Types of diplomacy

democratic diplomacy; summit diplomacy; conference diplomacy; various Tracks of diplomacy, Languages of diplomatic intercourse and forms of documents; Diplomacy: 'Old', 'New’, Concept and forms of Propaganda 

18.00
Unit III: 
Diplomatic Agents

qualities; functions; Classes, Privileges and Immunities

Diplomatic transactions- Treaties and their different aspects-Concordat, additional articles, final act, ratification; accession; reservation and termination

 

18.00
Unit IV: 
Challenges to diplomacy

Terrorism and diplomacy; crises management and diplomacy; diplomacy and human rights; environmental diplomacy; Diplomacy and foreign policy

 

18.00
Unit V: 
Foreign Institutions in India :

Foreign Service and foreign office with special reference to the Organization and functions of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in India

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Kaul, T.N. (2016). Diplomacy in Peace and War: Recollections and Reflections. New Delhi: Gyan publishing House
  • Holmes, A.andRofe, J.S. (2016). Global Diplomacy: Theories, Types, and Models. Colorado: Westview Press.
  • Berridge, G. R.(2015) Diplomacy Theory and Practice. London: Palgrave Macmillan.

 

References: 
  • Heatly, D.P. (2018). Diplomacy and the Study of International Relations. Victoria, Australia: Trieste Publishing.
  • Bjola, C.andKornprobst, M. (2018). Understanding International Diplomacy: Theory, Practice and Ethics. London: Routledge.
  • Steiner, B.H.(2018). Diplomatic Theory: A Focused Comparison Approach. Maryland: Rowman& Littlefield Publishers.
  • Bjola, C.and Holmes, M. (2015). Digital Diplomacy: Theory and Practice. London: Routledge.
  • Satow, E.M. (2015). A Guide to Diplomatic Practice .Australia: Andesite Press.
  • Jones, P. (2015). Track Two Diplomacy in Theory and Practice.Palo Alto, California: Stanford University Press.
  • Kerr, P. and Wiseman, G. (2013). Diplomacy in a Globalizing World: Theories and Practices. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
  • Yang, J. (2013). China's Diplomacy: Theory and Practice. New Jersey: World Century Publishing Corporation.
  • Sharp, P. (2012). Diplomatic Theory of International Relations. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
  • Bull, H. (2012). The Anarchical Society: A Study of Order in World Politics, New York: Columbia University Press
  • Berridge, G.R., Keens-Soper,H.M.A. and Thomas G. O.(2011). Diplomatic Theory from Machiavelli to Kissinger. London: Palgrave Macmillan.
  • Hamilton, K. and Langhorne, R.(2011). The Practice of Diplomacy: Its Evolution, Theory and Administration . London: Routledge.

 

 

Academic Year: 
2024-25
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