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Small state strategies in modern diplomatic environment and international negotiations (SZF_040)
About Study Course
Department: Faculty of Social Sciences
Credit points / ECTS:4 / 6
Course supervisor:Māris Cepurītis
Study type:Full time
Course level:Master's
Target audience:Political Science
Language:English, Latvian
Branch of science:Political Science
Objective
Create understanding of challenges and solutions of small states and secondary actors in modern diplomatic environment.
Prerequisites
BA level understanding of international system, theories of international relations and foreign policy making.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
Will orient yourself in the challenges of small countries' foreign policy and the available solutions and examples, will be able to assess how small countries can implement a successful foreign policy.
Skills
Students will be able to understand the limits of small states in international politics, as well as the importance of use of strategy.
Competence
Students will be able to carry out qualitative research on the foreign policy of small states.
Study course planning
Planning period:Year 2024, Autumn semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Governance and Diplomacy, IGDMeng | 1 | Master’s | Limited choice | Māris Cepurītis | |
| International Relations and Diplomacy, SEDM | 1 | Master’s | Limited choice | Māris Cepurītis |
