This
course gives an introduction to the theory and practice of
international organization. The first section provides an
overview of the main theoretical discussions about international
organization and gives historical background on the origins
and evolution of international and regional organizations.
The second part of the course focuses on the United Nations
system, also on the growing role of non-governmental organizations
in the international political system. The third part of
the course looks at regional organizations. Themes and issues
pertaining to developing countries in the international political
system are examined throughout the course.
At the end of the course, you should be acquainted with
the main theories of international organization. You should
be familiar with the structure and functions of the United
Nations system and a number of other international organizations,
particularly in the Western Hemisphere. You should have some
knowledge of the contributions of international organizations
to the international political process and an awareness of
the ever-increasing presence and involvement of such organizations
in a globalized environment.
You are urged to read widely and to use the wide variety
of information media available to you to follow developments
in the international organizational system. It is only by
reading widely on international issues that you will become
a good student of international affairs, understand the field
of International Organization and contribute actively to
class discussions. Please note that 10% of your coursework
assessment is based on your presence and participation in
tutorials.
The required texts should be available in the UWI Bookshop.
Other readings are optional but it is recommended that you
should cover as many as possible. Some more readings will
be mentioned during the course of the lectures. Please acquaint
yourselves with the U.N. Collection in the Main Library and
the journal Global Governance, and make use of the
many websites on International Organization, including the
websites of the United Nations and its related agencies and
those of other international organizations. |
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One coursework
paper, 12 – 15
typewritten, double-spaced letter size pages, due
October 22, 2004: 30% Punctual and regular attendance at and active
participation in weekly tutorials
(including at least one tutorial presentation): 10% Final examination in December 2004: 60% |
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K. Mingst, M. Karns, The United Nations
in the Post-Cold War Era, Westview Press, Boulder,
Colo., 1995.
OR
T. Weiss, D. Forsythe, R. Coate, The United Nations
and Changing World Politics, Westview Press,
Boulder, Colo., 1994.
OR
A.L. Bennett, International Organization: Principles
and Issues, Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs
N.J.,
(latest edition). The Charter of the United Nations |
