Objectives - Comprehend the theory and politics of conflict, war, mediation and diplomatic negotiations.
- Evaluate the potential for conflict in a country or region.
- Assess the rationale for negotiation and the life cycle of a conflict situation.
- Explain the various approaches toward United Nations peace operations
- Evaluate the development of multiparty mediation and assess the benefits and drawbacks of such an approach.
- Analyze the complexity and limitations of negotiating across cultures and diverse groups.
- Describe the distinct nature of conflict in the post-Cold War era.
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