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What role do International Organizations (IOs) play
in world politics? Why do states establish
supranational and international institutions, and
what determines both their design and
evolution? How do international and domestic
forces impact their effectiveness and function? This
course provides an in-depth look at the theory
behind and practice of IOs and focuses on both
theoretical and methodological issues related
to IOs. It looks at the interaction between international
law and politics as exemplified by the United Nations,
international financial institutions (the IMF and
World Bank), selected regional organizations
(NATO and EU), and the WTO. Finally,
and considers their substantive work in areas such
as the promotion of democracy, peace and
security, human rights, and sustainable development.
Primary goal is to understand the interplay
between interests, institutions and information
in defining how IOs influence world politics.
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