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Proficient in rhetoric, basic communications, competent oral and written speech

4. International conflictology
Credits 3
Semester 3 (Autumn semester)
Short course description:
The course pays attention to the analysis of the goals and objectives of the parties to the
conflict, their strategies, international agreements aimed at resolving this international situation,
the work of the international community and the states parties to the conflict to prevent the crisis
phase of the conflict. Studying the possibilities of preventing conflicts and the principles of their
resolution, forming a system of knowledge about the general dynamics of conflict aspects of
international political processes in the modern world.
Expected learning outcomes:
They are able to analyze modern conflicts and understand their nature; critically evaluate
various theoretical schools involved in the analysis and resolution of conflicts; are able to apply
theoretical knowledge to the analysis of specific conflicts, analyze the structure and mechanism
of international conflict, identify the conflict potential of various aspects of modern international
relations, possibilities and methods for their resolution.

«7М03111 – International Relations» Educational Program
MIR – 2023 (2 years full-time)

It is necessary to dial 9 credits

1. Practical aspects of diplomatic activity
Credits 3
Semester 3 (Autumn semester)
Short course description:
The course program substantiates the importance for a diplomat of knowledge of the basics of
psychology, cultural, digital diplomacy, practical skills of working in a foreign institution, as well
as the peculiarities of the formation of mentality and way of thinking in the host country.
Expected learning outcomes:
Know the psychological features of diplomatic activity; have an idea of the influence of
psychological factors on the process of making political decisions, and political processes in
general; know the peculiarities of the culture of the host country, have an idea of the
peculiarities of carrying out diplomatic activities in crisis situations.

2. China in a changing world order
Credits 3
Semester 3 (Autumn semester)
Short course description:
The purpose of this course is to gain knowledge about the role of China in the system of modern
international relations, study the civilizational specifics of China and foreign policy priorities.
Study of the basic principles of the formation and development trends of Chinese foreign policy.
Expected learning outcomes:
They know the main directions of Chinese foreign policy, have a comprehensive understanding
of the traditions and specifics of political culture, the features of bilateral and multilateral
relations between China and the leading countries of the world

3. The Asia-Pacific region in the system of international relations
Credits 3
Semester 3 (Autumn semester)
Short course description:
The course program examines significant problems of international relations in the Asia-Pacific
region, reveals integration processes, security problems using the example of ASEAN and
APEC. The most representative material is highlighted, the assimilation of which will facilitate