Globalization and International Political Economy
Globalization and international relations is a topic that provides insight into theorethical, analythical and empirical conditions in the international arena with particular emphasis on globalization. The course discusses and evaluate various aspects of globalization processes, international institutions structure and function, as well as various topics within the study of international politics / relations, such as global crises. The course also looks at what characterises the interaction between states and between organizations and states at the international arena, including a focus on the UN Development Goals. Questions that will be discussed include: What is globalization and the various forms of globalizations. What promotes globalization, and what prevents globalization. What are the consequences of globalization for governments, organizations and people?
The course is offered in Norwegian only. There will be given lectures every week througout the semester.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Knowledge:
- Theoretical and empirical knowledge about the topic of globalization and globalization processes
- Knowledge about the role of international organizations and behaviour in the international arena
- Knowledge about NATO, EU, the UN and intergovernmental cooperation in general
- Knowledge about theoretical framework in understanding different kinds of globalization and how globalization processes work.
- Knowledge of global economic crises, how it manifests itself and what might explain crises
Skills
- Be able to discuss and analyse empirical issues in the light of theoretical perspectives, models and concepts
- Be able to discuss the various issues and dilemmas caused by globalization
- Be able to see different reasons why crises arise and to understand the dilemmas arising in the light of these
General competence
- Have expertise in discussing various globalization issues in the light of different social science theories, perspectives and concepts.
The individual written home exam lasts 5 days, and has to be on 10 pages. Counts 40/100. Grading rule A-F.
The individual written school exam last 4 hours. Counts 60/100. Grading rule A-F.
