Decision-Making in Foreign Policy (SZF_031)
About Study Course
Objective
The objective of the course “Decision-Making in Foreign Policy” is to systematically familiarise students with the decision-making in foreign policy, the factors influencing it, and the importance of this analytical approach in the theory of international relations. The course covers theoretical aspects of the process of making foreign policy decisions and assesses the decision-making process for individual events (case studies).
Prerequisites
Advanced understanding of foreign policy processes.
Learning outcomes
Students will be familiar with foreign policy decision-making models.
Students strengthen their skills in opinion formulation, expression and reasoning, and promote their digital skills.
Students master interdisciplinary theoretical research, evaluation and empirical application competences.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Relations - European Studies, SE | 5 | Bachelor’s | Limited choice | Artūrs Bikovs, Andris Sprūds |
