Course Details
Country:
Thailand
Institution:
Mahidol University International College
Course Title:
The Politics and Economics of Non-Governmental Organizations
Course Number:
ICIR 322
Course Description:
This course offers insight on the political role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and faith-based charities in world politics and global governance. Students gain contextual knowledge about the activities of NGOs in various policy fields such as economic development, environmental protection, market regulation, security, democratization, and human rights. Students considering NGOs for their professional careers are offered an opportunity to ponder their choice and plans. By reflecting not only on the transformative potential but also on the limitations of NGOs as political actors, the course addresses the following question: How does global society, as embodied by NGOs, contribute to the socio-political and socio-economic fabric of world politics and global governance? The history and development of Non-Governmental Organizations at the national and international levels; the identification of social issues: slavery, women’s and minority rights, civilians and the injured in wartime, refugees, civil rights, environmental issues, global political and economic movements...
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
Pending For Approval
Attachment Files:
ICIR_322.pdf
