REES-484-01 Diplomacy in Practice: Security int he South Caucasus

Yalowitz, Ken

Diplomacy in Practice: Security Issues in the South Caucasus: The South
Caucasus region (Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia) has played a major role
connecting Asia and Europe and as a zone of competition and intersection of
major empires, Russian, Persian and Ottoman. The course aims to provide
students with in-depth knowledge of political , economic and security
developments in the region and the role of major outside powers. Central
attention will be paid to US foreign policy goals, policy making and diplomatic
tools in the region. Readings of books and articles will be extensive and the
course will also seek to develop skills in negotiation, diplomatic writing and
teamwork through simulation and drafting exercises. The format will be
interactive with extensive student participation expected.

Credits: 03

Prerequisites: None

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• 2005-2006 Fall and Spring
• 2006-2007 Fall and Spring
• 2007-2008 Fall and Spring
• 2009-2010 Fall and Spring
• 2010-2011 Fall and Spring
• 2012-2013 Fall and Spring

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