Reference will be made to post- war developments in the region as related to the period of direct American involvement. Students will be asked to write a ten-page paper. A mid-term and final examination will be given. This course will analyze emerging trends, patterns, and problems associated with the phenomenon of globalization. Particular attention will be given to world economic and social integration, ethno-religious nationalism and identity politics, domestic politics, and foreign policy.
Special emphasis is placed on the prospects of peace and world order in the post-cold war era.
Inspired by the changed meaning of international conflict and the expanding mission of conflict resolution in the post-cold war era, this course will study the contemporary context and issues of conflict by examining the evolution in thinking about conflict, the resolution, and their application in practice. This course presents advanced theoretical foundation and procedural framework for interest-based conflict analysis and resolution and third party intervention in disputes, with a focus on mediation. The course builds from simple negotiations and mediations to those of greater complexity, using a combination of cases, readings, and exercises. This course investigates individual and group values in relation to group communication and conflict resolution processes, with emphasis on analyzing the third party intervenor's ethical responsibilities and dilemmas. Case studies will be used to examine and formulate ethical approaches to issues such as cultural competence, neutrality and impartiality, power, and voluntary and consensual participation.