IRD721S - INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND DIPLOMACY - 2ND OPP - JAN 2025


IRD721S - INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND DIPLOMACY - 2ND OPP - JAN 2025



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n Am I BI A Uni VE RS ITV
OF SCIEnCE Ano TECHnOLOGY
FACULTY OF COMMERCE, HUMAN SCIENCES AND EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
QUALIFICATION : Bachelor of Public Management
QUALIFICATION CODE: 07BPMN
COURSE NAME: International Relations
and Diplomacy
LEVEL: 7
COURSE CODE: IRD721S
SESSION: January 2025
PAPER: THEORY
DURATION: 3 Hours
MARKS: 100
EXAMINER
Second Opportunity Examination Paper
Mr. Fred Koita
MODERATOR: Mr.Gerson Tjihenuna
INSTRUCTIONS
1. The question paper consists of six (6) questions of equal value.
2. Answer any four (4) questions.
3. Write clearly and neatly.
4. Number the answers clearly.
5. Read the questions carefully before answering.
This Question Paper consists of two (2) pages (Including this front page)

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Question 1
Critically describe and analyse the theory of Hegemonic Stability in the context of
international relations. Use practical examples to motivate your answers.
(25)
Question 2
Critically outline the theoretical basis of Marxism. By making use of relevant
examples critically discuss how the Marxism theory can contribute to the study of
international relations.
(25)
Question 3
The focus of globalisation clarifies both the concept and the role of the state in the
globalising era.
Contrast the benefits and problems of globalisation. Use relevant practical examples
to illustrate your answers.
(25)
Question 4
Critically analyse the aim and current relevance of the Non-Aligned Movement
(NAM):
(25)
Question 5
Critically discuss why states join international organisations. Use relevant practical
examples to motivate your answers.
(25)
Question 6
Critically examine the core values that states are expected to uphold. Use practical
examples to illustrate your answers.
(25)
TOTAL MARKS (100)