Acerca de este curso: This course provides an introduction to International Organizations and the United Nations, and explores how business and management tools can be applied in these settings to achieve better, more effective results. With a focus on cross-sector partnerships in a changing world, the course offers you insights into the inner workings of international organizations and the challenges they face today. It will introduce you to effective, state-of-the art management tools and principles to help you lead change in this world – taught by senior staff of international organizations themselves. This is an introductory course offered by the International Organizations MBA (IO-MBA) of the University of Geneva, an executive program for change-makers in international organizations, NGOs and social ventures.

Para quién es esta clase: This course has been specifically designed for those who are interested in, collaborate with, or work with international organizations. No prior experience or prerequisites are required.

Creada por: University of Geneva

Enseñado por: Gilbert Probst, Professor, Organization and Management
Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences
Enseñado por: Sebastian Buckup, Visiting professor
International Organizations MBA
Enseñado por: Bruce Jenks, Visiting professor
International Organizations MBA
Enseñado por: Stephan Mergenthaler, Visiting professor
International Organizations MBA
Enseñado por: Cassandra Quintanilla, Teaching and research assistant
International Organizations MBA
Enseñado por: Lea Stadtler, Research Fellow
Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences
Enseñado por: Claudia Gonzalez Romo, Visiting professor
International Organizations MBA
Enseñado por: Julian Fleet, Visiting professor
International Organizations MBA
Enseñado por: Tina Ambos, Academic Director of the International Organizations MBA
Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences

Nivel	Principiante
Compromiso	3 hours per week
Idioma	English
Cómo aprobar	Aprueba todas las tareas calificadas para completar el curso.
Calificaciones del usuario	4.8 estrellas Calificación promedio del usuario 4.8Ve los que los estudiantes dijeron

Programa

SEMANA 1

Welcome to the Course

Welcome to this course on International Organizations Management. Over the next five weeks, we will explore the inner workings of International Organizations and the United Nations and learn how business and management tools can be applied in these settings. The course is structured into five modules, each with a focus on a different aspect of international organizations, and includes lectures, discussions and readings to dive deeper into particular topics. To qualify for a course certificate, you must complete and score above 80% on all five of the end of module quizzes. See more details in the course syllabus below, then let's get started with Week 1!

1 video, 2 lecturas, 1 cuestionario de práctica

Discussion Prompt: What brings you to this course?
Practice Quiz: Test your knowledge before you start (not graded)
Reading: Learn more about the IO-MBA programme
Reading: Course Syllabus

SEMANA 2

Introduction to International Organizations

In the first module of our course on International Organizations Management, we provide an overview of the historical context and different ways of classifying international organizations in today's contemporary world. We will focus in particular on the United Nations – its origins, purposes, mandate, structure and activities – as the most important inter-governmental organization that coordinates global action on peace and security, humanitarian protection, human rights, and economic and social development.

9 videos, 5 lecturas

Vídeo: Early examples of international organizations
Reading: Explore the UN System
Vídeo: Historical context of international organizations
Reading: Additional Readings
Vídeo: Taxonomy - Different ways to classify organizations
Reading: Additional Readings
Vídeo: The UN Charter and basic principles
Vídeo: The UN governance system
Reading: UN Charter
Vídeo: The UN Security Council
Vídeo: ECOSOC and the Sustainable Development Goals
Reading: Explore the SDGs
Discussion Prompt: Peace, Development and Human Rights
Vídeo: UN Secretariat and Secretary General
Discussion Prompt: Pick an International Organization

Calificado: Quiz week 1

SEMANA 3

The Shifting Context for International Organizations

In our second module, we will turn to the practice of international relations to understand how states engage with each other and other actors on the global stage. Today, international relations are about much more than the traditional study of states, security and power. From growing anti-trade sentiments, to the impact of climate change, to cyber-security in a hyper-connected world, most of the security threats of the 21st century will require greater cooperation across borders and collective action from governments, private sector and civil society. These shifts raise important questions for the future functioning of international organizations.

9 videos, 4 lecturas

Vídeo: Networks and Hierarchies
Reading: Additional Readings
Vídeo: Global supply chains and production networks
Vídeo: Regional and plurilateral trade agreements
Reading: Additional Readings
Vídeo: Global efforts to address climate change
Vídeo: Practical example - Combating deforestation
Reading: Additional Readings
Vídeo: Internet history and cyber-security of nation states
Vídeo: Internet governance and global policy debates
Reading: Additional Readings
Vídeo: Conclusion

Calificado: Quiz week 2

SEMANA 4

Leadership in the UN System

Now that you have a better understanding of the UN system, its shifting context, challenges and opportunities, we move on to explore the concept and practice of leadership in the UN. In this module, we will outline a conceptual framework and key literature on UN leadership. We explore different styles of leadership and examples of the practice of leadership by successive Secretaries General. We analyze several instruments of leadership – leadership through the power of convening, setting goals, marshalling evidence, and what we refer to as visionary leadership. We conclude by examining prospects for future UN leadership and multilateralism in a changing world.

12 videos, 5 lecturas

Vídeo: UN strategic alignment and creating space
Vídeo: Expectations of the Secretary-General
Reading: Strategy and Leadership
Vídeo: Authority of the Secretary-General in the UN Charter
Vídeo: Example: Dag Hammarskjöld on creating space
Reading: Dag Hammarskjöld
Vídeo: UN convening power and high-level panels
Vídeo: UN leadership through setting goals
Vídeo: UN leadership through data and bold visions
Reading: Additional Readings
Vídeo: Introduction to Part 4 and 5
Vídeo: Four scenarios on the future of multilateralism
Reading: Additional Readings
Vídeo: The UN's role in norms and global public goods
Vídeo: Conclusions
Reading: Additional Readings

Calificado: Quiz week 3

SEMANA 5

Public Private Partnerships

The shifting context for international organizations makes collaboration on global challenges more important, but also more difficult. In addition to collaboration between nation states in traditional international organisations, public private partnerships (PPPs) have emerged as an innovative model for collaboration that transcends the conventional boundaries of the public sector, private sector and civil society. In this module, you will learn about the role of cross-sector partnerships in addressing today's complex challenges as well as the unique management approaches that are needed to bring diverse stakeholders together. We will set out theoretical frameworks to assess the opportunities and challenges of partnership, and apply these frameworks to examples of partnerships between international organisations and business, public agencies, and civil society.

9 videos, 6 lecturas

Vídeo: What do we mean by Public Private Partnerships?
Reading: What is the role of businesses in sustainable development?
Vídeo: Why do international organizations engage in PPPs?
Reading: The complexity of cross-sector relationships
Vídeo: Sectoral strengths and differences in PPPs
Vídeo: Practical examples of PPPs in action
Reading: Are partnerships a panacea?
Vídeo: Partnership life cycle and operational model
Vídeo: Partnership governance structure
Reading: Partnerships in practice: when informal relationships differ from formal
Vídeo: How to prepare and select suitable partners
Reading: The collaborative mindset: managerial styles for partnerships
Vídeo: The role of broker organizations in partnerships
Reading: Case study of brokerage

Calificado: Quiz week 4

SEMANA 6

Marketing & Fundraising

International organizations are facing increasingly competitive environments in gaining the funding and public support necessary to fulfill their missions. The current economic situation has made it more critical than ever to use effective marketing management to build positive media attention and a strong brand identity. In this last module, we blend together theoretical principles with the practical skill of marketing and fundraising in international organizations. The course is divided into four parts, each with a theoretical framework followed by the application to a real world example.

9 videos, 4 lecturas

Vídeo: Building a marketing plan
Vídeo: Marketing plan example
Reading: Cause marketing
Vídeo: Managing your brand
Vídeo: Branding - Octagon example
Reading: Global Fund - Identify guide for partners
Vídeo: Fundraising
Vídeo: Fundraising - How to build a case for support
Reading: Dan Pallotta on charity
Vídeo: Media and communications
Vídeo: Media Tools - examples
Reading: Strategic communication plan

Calificado: Quiz week 5

Preguntas Frecuentes

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University of Geneva

Founded in 1559, the University of Geneva (UNIGE) is one of Europe's leading universities. Devoted to research, education and dialogue, the UNIGE shares the international calling of its host city, Geneva, a centre of international and multicultural activities with a venerable cosmopolitan tradition.

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Calificado 4.8 de 5 18 calificaciones

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The Course is very good taught me everything i needed to learn, i hope to add to my CV by purchasing the certificate in September as soon as i get fund for it. Introducing me to marketing, communication and fundraising. I find very useful because i can use that to apply for jobs in Market communication, and PR. Can now care out more research, and extensive reading in marketing, communication and PR. As a graduate of International Relation and Politics. Knowledge in International Law and Global Justice which i started for my Masters but withdrawal as a result of financial difficulties. Addition this course; International Organization management has taking me one step closer of my dream of working for International Organizations such as UN, UNICEF, UNDO, World Bank, International Criminal Court etc and NGOs. These and many more course am adding relating to international field to enhance my knowledge and enrich my CV. All i need now is experience to get me all set to my career goals.

This course has simply blown my mind and opened my eyes to the complexities of International Organizations. I have further respect to those people in the field and also want to work towards being a part of their wonderful world.