What is the Certificate Course in International Relations about?

The course introduces students to key concepts of international relations, including global issues, foreign policy, defense policy, and the role of countries in global organizations like the UN. Upon completion, you will earn a International Relations Diploma, equipping you with the knowledge to analyze and contribute to global diplomacy.

How will the International Relations Diploma help my career?

The International Relations Diploma prepares you for a wide range of career opportunities in diplomacy, international organizations, government agencies, think tanks, NGOs, and more. The skills you gain in policy analysis, diplomatic communication, and international relations theory will make you a valuable asset in the global job market.

Can I pursue a career in diplomacy with this course?

Yes, the International Relations Diploma offers an excellent foundation for a career in diplomacy. You will gain expertise in international policy, diplomatic communication, and negotiation, essential skills for working in embassies, consulates, and international organizations.

Will I get any hands-on experience during the course?

Yes, the course includes project work and internships that allow you to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world issues. You will also gain access to industry-relevant case studies and gain experience relevant to your International Relations Diploma.

Are there any career options after completing the International Relations Diploma?

After earning the International Relations Diploma, you can explore career paths in international organizations, government agencies, foreign ministries, NGOs, and multinational corporations. The diploma will open doors to roles in policy analysis, diplomacy, international law, and global development.

What makes the International Relations Diploma different from other courses?

The International Relations Diploma from this course stands out due to its comprehensive coverage of contemporary global issues, diplomatic communication skills, and regional/global policy frameworks. It provides you with practical tools and insights that are crucial for influencing international relations and global diplomacy.

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Module 1: Basics of International Relations
Learn that international relations allows nations to cooperate with one another, pool resources, and share information as a way to face global issues that go beyond any particular country or region. Understand contemporary global issues include pandemics, terrorism, and the environment
- Introduction to International Relations
- Sharing Information
- Pooling Resources
- Managing Global Issues related to environment, pandemic, terrorism
Module 2: Foreign Policy, Global centers of power
Know that foreign policy is the mechanism national governments use to guide their diplomatic interactions and relationships with other countries. A state's foreign policy reflects its values and goals, and helps drive its political and economic aims in the global arena.
- Foreign Policies
- Importance of Foreign Policies
- Designing a Foreign Policy
Module 3: Defence Policy & Nuclear Policy
Learn that military policy (also called defence policy or defence policy) is public policy dealing with multinational security and the military. It comprises the measures and initiatives that governments do or do not take in relation to decision-making and strategic goals, such as when and how to commit national armed forces.
- Defence Policy
- Importance of a Defence Policy
- Nuclear Policy
- When and how to use Nuclear Policy
Module 4: India and the UN System: Role in UN Peacekeeping; Demand for the Permanent Seat in the Security Council
Understand India has been an active participant in international events and treaties like UN peacekeeping mission, development goals, sustainable development. Know that India has a 26% chance of getting a UNSC permanent seat.
- Indian and the UN
- India’s Role in the UN system
- UN Peacekeeping
- India’s Permanent Seat in the UNSC
Module 5: Introduction to International Relations Theories
Introduction to International Relations provides a concise introduction to the principal international relations theories, and explores how theory can be used to analyse contemporary issues. Readers are introduced to the most important theories, encompassing both classical and contemporary approaches and debates.
- Theories of International Relations
- Principal international relations theories
- Importance of theories to analyze contemporary issues
- Important theories including classical and contemporary approaches
Module 6: East Asia in contemporary politics
Some of the world's most successful democracy stories come from East Asia and the Pacific: South Korea and Taiwan transitioned from military dictatorships. Learn and understand East Asian contribution to World Politics with case studies.
- World’s Successful Democracies
- South Korea
- Taiwan
- Contribution of East Asia in World’s Politics
Module 7: Space Diplomacy and Technology Diplomacy
Science diplomacy and space, or space diplomacy, refers to the integration of the collaboration of the knowledge, technology, and legislation involved in science diplomacy as applied to the expanded exploration of space.
- Space Diplomacy
- Technology Diplomacy
- Legislation involved in science diplomacy as applied to the expanded exploration of space
Module 8: Current World Order; NAM, Regionalization of World Politics – EU, ASEAN, APEC, AARC, NAFTA, BIMSTEC
Regionalization is intensification of political and/or economic interdependence among states and other actors in particular geographic region.In this section we will try to learn regionalization of world politics. Various arguments in favour of / against it. How it affects globalization process. And also various regionalization models. Particularly EU, NAFTA, ASEAN, SAARC, APEC, BIMSTEC
- Current World
- NAM
- Regionalization of World Politics
- ER
- ASEAN
- APEC
- AARC
- NAFTA
- BIMSTEC
Module 9: Diplomatic Communication (Speech and Writing)
A diplomatic communicator is someone who can get their message across and convince people to change without damaging the relationship. Diplomatic communicators use reason, kindness and compassion, and they show respect for other people.
- Written Diplomatic Communication
- Verbal Diplomatic Communication
Module 10: United Nations: Envisaged Role and Actual Record; Specialized UN Agency, Aims and Functioning
In this module learners will learn about Envisaged role and actual record; Specialized UN agencies—aims and functioning; need for UN reforms. "The UN was not created to take mankind to heaven, but to save humanity from hell." Former United Nations Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjöld, in a speech on May 1954. “UN is the mirror of our society.
- Envisaged role and actual record; Specialized UN agencies
- Aims and Functions of UN
- Need for UN Reform
Module 11: Research methods in IR, Use of Programming languages in surveying
Research methods in International Relations can be daunting to grasp, but put simply they are the tools and techniques used by students and academics to properly design research questions, and more importantly to reach persuasive and credible answers to those questions.
- Research methods in International Relations
- Programming Languages in Surveys
Module 12: Globalization & Techno-Globalization
Globalization is the word used to describe the growing interdependence of the world's economies, cultures, and populations, brought about by cross-border trade in goods and services, technology, and flows of investment, people, and information.The term techno-globalization is used to describe the phenomenon of. 'globalisation' experienced by the world of invention and innovation..
- Globalization
- Techno-Globalization
Module 13: Career Options after a course in International Relations
Depending on your experiences, interests and aspirations, career opportunities related to international relations in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors are in abundance.
- Opportunities related to International Relations
- Career growth in IR

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