Understanding Globalization

Paper Code: 
DPOL601(B)
Credits: 
06
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

The Purpose of this course is to give students a basic understanding of what is meant by the phenomenon of globalization, its sources and forms. In addition, students will obtain a familiarity with both key global actors and certain urgent problems that require solutions at global level .Understand about the fundamental concepts of Globalization.Identify the different forms of Globalization

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Learning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

24DPOL

601(B)

Understanding Globalization

(Theory)

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

CO43: Understand key principles of particular arguments in application to specific dimensions of Globalization

CO44: Understanding the core controversies, including the logic behind global challenges

CO45: Identify actors and processes in international politics, providing examples and framing opinion based on theories of international relations

CO46: Analysing and applying conceptual tools to global predicaments, realizing how policies must shift over time.

CO47: Assess the ethical implications and dilemmas associated with counterterrorism

strategies and policies

CO48: 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,  Seminar presentation

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

 

18.00
Unit I: 
Introduction

Meaning of Globalization; Dimensions of Globalization - Economic, Political, Technological and Cultural

 

18.00
Unit II: 
Contemporary World Actors

 Organisation and functions of:  European Union, BRICS, Shanghai Cooperation, ASEAN

 

18.00
Unit III: 
Contemporary World Actors

Organisation and functions of: World Bank, IMF, WTO, G-77, G20

 

18.00
Unit IV: 
Contemporary World Issues

Human Rights Violations and Humanitarian Intervention, Refugee Crisis, International Terrorism

 

 

18.00
Unit V: 
Contemporary World Issues

Emerging threats in 21st century: Poverty and Inequality, Cyber Security, Global Epidemics, Global Climate Action

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Ghai,U R, Ghai,K K,(2017),International Politics: Theory and Practice, Jalandhar, New Academic Publishing Company
  • Goldstein,J .S., ,and Pevehouse, J.C.,(2014), International Relations(X Edn) New Delhi,Pearson.
  • Arora, P, (2012), International Politics, New Delhi, Cosmos Bookhive Pvt. Ltd
  • Chander,P.,(2010), International Relations,New Delhi, Cosmos Bookhive Pvt. Ltd.

 

 

References: 
  • Palmer and Perkins,(2019),International Relations,New Delhi, AITBS Publishers and Distributors
  • Basu,R.,(2019), United Nations Organization,New Delhi, Sterling Publishers
  • Axford,B, Browning, G,Muggins ,R,& R Ben, (2018), Politics: An Introduction, New York,Routledge
  • Basu,R.,(2017),International Politcs; concept, theories and issues, New Delhi,Sage
  • Griffiths,M,(2013),Key Concepts in International Relations, London,Routledge
  • Nye ,J.S.Jr., (2009),Understanding International Conflicts- An Introduction to theoryand History (VII edn),New York,Pearson Longman
  • Huntington,S.P.,(1996), The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order,New York,Simon and Schuster
  • Deutsch, K. W.,(1989), The Analysis of International Relations, New Delhi, Prentice Hall
  • Morganthau, H. J. (1981), Politics among Nations, Calcutta,Calcutta References Scientific Book Agency

 

Academic Year: 
2023-24
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