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This course provides an advanced understanding of international relations, focusing on key concepts, theories, and contemporary issues shaping global politics and security. It begins with foundational perspectives on international relations as a field of study, exploring its definitions, historical development, and core terminologies such as global citizenship, international community, and power dynamics. The program places strong emphasis on the concept of security, including its dimensions, levels, and evolution toward collective and human security. Learners will examine the role of international organizations such as the United Nations and major security alliances including NATO and other regional blocs, analyzing their functions in maintaining global stability and cooperation. Key topics also include international conflicts, their causes, characteristics, and theoretical interpretations from biological, ideological, economic, and geopolitical perspectives. The course further explores international terrorism, its forms, impacts, and global responses, as well as the structure and significance of alliances and economic blocs in shaping international relations. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with analytical and conceptual tools to understand global political dynamics, evaluate international security challenges, and interpret the evolving nature of international cooperation and conflict. Duration: 18 hours Maximum Completion Time: 14 days Delivery Mode: Online self-study Program Offered By: Member institutions of the VBNN Smart Education Group Certificate Title: Advanced Training Certificate in International Relations Certificate Type: Certificate of Completion