The Politics and Economics of International Trade in 21st Century

Understand, analyze and anticipate the dynamics of international trade order

Instructor: Prof. Deepanshu Mohan et al.Language: English

About the course

 

This certificate course covers key issues that shape global trade in the contemporary world and aims to answer some of the pressing questions facing policymakers and citizens in the 21st century. It combines theoretical and practical approaches to understand the political and economic dimensions of international trade. 

The course is organised around three key segments. The first two modules cover the key theoretical underpinnings of trade along with the major agreements and the institutions. The third module deals with contemporary developments in international trade and analyses the increasing shift from multilateralism towards regional trade agreements. It brings in an understanding of the impact of issues such as COVID-19, Russia- Ukraine crisis and US -China trade war on global economic relations.

Important Dates

Application Deadline: 4th November, 2022

Orientation: 30th October, 2022 

Course Begins: 5th November 2022

On completion of the course you will be able to:

1

Compare the major theories of international trade and be able to distinguish between them in terms of their assumptions and economic implications.

                                                                                  

2

Identify major recent developments in the world trading system – global and regional with a focus on the two South Asian powers- China and India

3

Critically assess the main arguments for protection vis-a-vis arguments for free trade.

4

Discuss and evaluate the key issues raised both by the current round of WTO negotiations and by the proliferation of regional trading arrangements

Course Rationale

How will the geopolitical rivalry among China, Russia and the United States impact global trade? What does the WTO deadlock mean for developed and developing nations? How is China shaping the global economic order? How does climate change affect world trade? How has COVID-19 altered the global political economy?

Historically we have witnessed that the world has been moving increasingly towards greater inter-connectivity through advances in transport, communications, technology and trade.  While there have been criticisms of globalisation as an instrument to promote Western hegemony, 

but there have not been any major challenges to the ‘New World Order’, till about the last two decades. The 2008 financial crisis, the rise of China, the WTO deadlock, the recent pandemic and the ongoing Russia Ukraine crises are a series of events that now seem to have undermined the confidence in the western liberal vision of ‘the world as a global village’.

In today’s interconnected world, it therefore becomes increasingly important to understand the key trends of the global economy and gain the necessary insight to unpack the impact for the present and the future.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

LEARN FROM THE BEST

Attend online weekend lectures given by established academics and a master class with a distinguished former diplomat

LIVE-ONLINE

A four-weekend, intensive online certification programme, offered through live online lectures, addressing key issues that are shaping the politics and economics of international trade in times

SMALL BATCH

Study in a small cohort with a specialist professor assigned for each topic and participate in lively discussion groups and simulation activity

CERTIFICATION

Online certification offered by Centre for New Economics Studies, Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities, O.P. Jindal Global University upon successful completion.

Course Content


Assessment

1. Class Participation (10 %)

2. Take home assignments at the end of each module (Modules 1-3) – Analytical Essay/ Photo Essay/Book or Article Review (60 %).

3. Simulation Exercise (30%)

Meet our faculty

Prof. (Dr.) Mohan Kumar 

Former Ambassador and presently Professor and Dean of the Office of International Affairs & Global Initiatives, Jindal School of International Affairs, O.P. Jindal Global University


Prof. (Dr.) Avinash Anil Godbole

Associate Professor of International Relations and China Studies and Associate Academic Dean, Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities, O.P. Jindal Global University


Prof. (Dr.) Agha Ambreen

Associate Professor & Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs (Undergraduate Programs), Jindal School of International Affairs, O.P. Jindal Global University


Prof. (Dr.) Sukalpa Chakrabarti

Associate Professor & Deputy Director, Symbiosis School of International Studies. Senior Advisory Member, Centre for New Economics Studies, Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities, O.P. Jindal Global University

Prof. Deepanshu Mohan

 Associate Professor & Director, Centre for New Economics Studies, Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities, O.P. Jindal Global University



FAQs

The section below aims to answer any questions you may have before you apply. Should you have any further queries , please reach out to us 

What is the application deadline?

We work on a first-come, first-served basis, which means that you can apply for the course up until 1st October 2022 (before midnight). We receive applications on a daily basis, therefore in order to avoid disappointment we suggest that students apply as early as possible.

The course covers economics and international relations related content. But I have not studies these disciplines before. Can I still apply?


Yes. You do not need any pre-requisites for applying to this course.

What are the payment options available?

You can complete your purchase through debit card, UPI, net banking and payment wallets.

What is the duration of the course?


The course is taught across four weeks 
with 2-5 hour classes on each weekend.

Is it an online course? How is it different from other certificate courses?


The course is taught across four weeks 
with 2-5 hour classes on each weekend.

Is there a minimum attendance requirement?


Yes. The course requires a minimum attendance of 80% Also there is weightage given to class participation towards the grading. To achieve the certification, you will need to follow the requirements as shared.

I've been accepted and have paid my fees. What happens next?


As soon as your fees have been received by us, we will send you an email confirming your place on the course.

The email will provide information about login into your account. Once you complete that, your registered course will appear on the dashboard.

Do I need to buy any course textbook? What kind of material will I receive?


No. The supplementary reading materials will be provided by the faculty members teaching the course. Generally, course reference materials are shared as and when the lectures progress. Once you enroll, all electronic course materials will be available for download through our online learning management system. Please ask your course coordinator for more details.

Will I be able to access my online course material after I have left?


No. We strongly advise that all students download and save, or print any materials during the programme that they would like to keep. Your Prayaas account will be closed shortly after the certificate programme is over, at which point you will no longer have access to the dashboard.

Will I be able to access online recordings after I complete my course?

Students should not expect to be able to access course content once their course has concluded. Also since this is an online live lecture module, no recordings of the sessions will be made available. 

Are there any technical requirements for the course?


You should have good internet connectivity to engage in the classes seamlessly

How do I contact the team for any further questions?

You can write to us at prayaas.cnes@gmail.com 

You can also speak with the coordinator on +91 9797446970 between 10 am-5pm (Monday-Friday).

Is the fee refundable?

Once the fee is paid, it will not be refunded in any circumstances. 

Is there any application fee?

No, there is no application fee.

How do I download my certificate?

On completion of the course, you will be able to download your certificate from your dashboard.

Do you have something to ask? Contact us!

Write to us at prayaas.cnes@gmail.com

Speak to the course coordinator on +91 9797446970 between 10am-5pm (Mon-Fri)

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