International Relations Workshop (Short Course – 2 Weeks)

Course Title

International Relations and Global Affairs

Course Duration

2 Weeks (10 Training Days)

Course Objective

To provide participants with a practical understanding of international relations, global governance, diplomacy, foreign policy, and contemporary international issues affecting states, organizations, and societies.

Week 1: Foundations of International Relations

Module 1: Introduction to International Relations

• Definition and scope of international relations
• Evolution of the international system
• Key actors in international relations
• State sovereignty and national interest
• Contemporary international environment

Module 2: Theories of International Relations

• Realism
• Liberalism
• Constructivism
• Marxist and Critical theories
• Application of theories to current global events

Module 3: Foreign Policy Analysis

• Meaning and objectives of foreign policy
• Foreign policy formulation process
• Factors influencing foreign policy
• National interests and decision-making
• Case studies of selected countries

Module 4: Diplomacy and International Negotiation

• Principles of diplomacy
• Diplomatic missions and functions
• Bilateral and multilateral diplomacy
• Negotiation techniques
• Conflict prevention and mediation

Module 5: International Organizations and Global Governance

• The United Nations system
• Regional organizations
• International financial institutions
• Global governance mechanisms
• Challenges facing international organizations

Week 2: Contemporary Global Issues

Module 6: International Security and Peacebuilding

• Concepts of national and international security
• Causes of conflict and war
• Peacekeeping and peacebuilding
• Counter-terrorism and security cooperation
• Emerging security threats

Module 7: International Political Economy

• Globalization and international trade
• International economic institutions
• Development and economic cooperation
• Global economic challenges
• Sustainable development and international cooperation

Module 8: Human Rights and International Law

• Fundamentals of international law
• International human rights framework
• Humanitarian law
• Refugee protection
• International justice mechanisms

Module 9: Regional and Global Challenges

• Climate change and international cooperation
• Migration and displacement
• Public health and global pandemics
• Cybersecurity and digital diplomacy
• Energy security

Module 10: Africa in International Relations

• Africa’s role in global politics
• The African Union and regional integration
• Peace and security initiatives in Africa
• Africa’s relations with major powers
• Future trends in African diplomacy

Training Methodology

• Interactive lectures
• Group discussions
• Case studies
• Simulations and role plays
• Practical exercises
• Participant presentations

Target Participants

• Government officials
• NGO and humanitarian workers
• Diplomats and embassy staff
• Researchers and academics
• University students
• Development practitioners

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the workshop will receive a Certificate in International Relations and Global Affairs.