KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
GRADUATE COURSE PROPOSAL OR REVISION,
Cover Sheet
(10/02/2002)
Course Number/Program Name INCM 9550/International Conflict Management
Department College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Degree Title (if applicable) Ph.D. in International Conflict Management
Proposed Effective Date Fall 2010
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Course Credit Change
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Sections to be Completed
II, III, IV, V, VII
I, II, III
I, II, III
I, II, III
I, II, III
I, II, III
Notes:
If proposed changes to an existing course are substantial (credit hours, title, and description), a new course with a new number should be proposed.
A new Course Proposal (Sections II, III, IV, V, VII) is required for each new course proposed as part of a new program. Current catalog information (Section I) is required for each existing course incorporated into the program.
Minor changes to a course can use the simplified E-Z Course Change Form.
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GRADUATE COURSE / CONCENTRATION/PROGRAM CHANGE
I. Current Information (Fill in for changes)
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Course Prefix and Number
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Description (or Current Degree Requirements)
II. Proposed Information (Fill in for changes and new courses)
Course Prefix and Number INCM 9550_____________________________
Course Title Related Course Directed Study
Credit Hours 3-0-3
Prerequisites Admission to the Ph.D. program
Description (or Proposed Degree Requirements)
Students are expected to take an additional three credit hours in related study coursework, choosing from a pool of courses (available electives, cross-listed courses, directed study, transfer courses) selected in agreement with the faculty advisor.
III. Justification
Related studies supplement the programs agenda and moves the student toward dissertation selection.

IV. Additional Information (for New Courses only)
Instructor: Nurudeen Akinyemi, Ph.D.
Text:
Prerequisites: Admission to Ph.D. program
Objectives: To expand knowledge base and assist students in acquiring foundational ideas for their dissertation; specific learning objectives may vary by course and instructor
Instructional Method
-Discussion, supervised independent study
Method of Evaluation
- Discussion of research and readings, bibliographical essay, analytical report, and presentation
V. Resources and Funding Required (New Courses only)
Amount Resource
Faculty
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Equipment
Supplies
Travel
New Books
New Journals
Other (Specify)
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Funding Required Beyond
Normal Departmental Growth The costs are included in the overall cost for the new Ph.D. program and are not separate.

VI. COURSE MASTER FORM
This form will be completed by the requesting department and will be sent to the Office of the
Registrar once the course has been approved by the Office of the President.
The form is required for all new courses.
DISCIPLINE
COURSE NUMBER
INCM
9550
Related Course Directed Study COURSE TITLE FOR LABEL
(Note: Limit 16 spaces)
CLASS-LAB-CREDIT HOURS
Approval, Effective Term
Grades Allowed (Regular or S/U)
If course used to satisfy CPC, what areas?
3-0-3
Fall 2010
Regular
Learning Support Programs courses which are
required as prerequisites
APPROVED:
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Vice President for Academic Affairs or Designee __

VII Attach Syllabus
INCM 9550 Related Course Directed Study: Refugees and Forced Migration in
International Conflict Management
Ph.D. Program in International Conflict Management
I.
Professor Contact Information
Dr. Nuru Akinyemi
Kennesaw State University
SO 5052
Phone: (770) 499-3346
Email: nakinyem@kennesaw.edu
II. Course Pre-requisites, Co-requisites, and/or Other Restrictions
Admission to the Ph.D. program
III. Course Description
Forced migration and cross-border refugee movements are some of the thorniest issues of 21st century international relations, particularly as they affect peace building and conflict resolution efforts in conflict and post-conflict situations. How states, international agencies and non-governmental organizations manage such population movements are becoming increasingly important, with unpredictable consequences for both human and state securities. What are the rights and responsibilities of refugees and internally displaced persons? Should the role of the UNHCR extend beyond protection to include Humanitarian Aid, and/or Return and Reconstruction? What are the roles of global, regional and national systems in promoting and protecting the human rights of vulnerable refugee populations such as women, children, and the elderly? These issues are inextricably linked with other challenges such as economic and political development, post-conflict reconstruction and rehabilitation, as well as conflict management, conflict resolution and peace building. This research and writing intensive directed study course is designed to address the needs and interests of students of international conflict management who are engaged in the study of international human rights, international development, international conflict resolution and peace building.
IV. Student Learning Objectives/Outcomes
At the end of this directed study, the student will:
become acquainted with the literature and methodology of international refugee and forced migration protection policies and practices;
develop critical research and analytical skills to investigate and evaluate refugee and forced migration regimes, human rights policies and practices;
understand the interaction between regional and international organizations in the process of conflict management at the national, regional and international levels;
gain substantive knowledge of international refugee laws and human rights practices; and
be able to draw conclusions about the roles of global and regional state and non-state actors in the identification, protection, and enforcement of the rights of the most vulnerable populations in international conflict situations.
V. Textbooks and Materials
No textbook is required. Instead, students will:

1.
Develop a comprehensive bibliography of international refugee protection regimes and practices, and write a 25-30 page bibliographical essay on the following themes: a.
Historical Evolution of International Refugee Protection Regime i.
History of Population Movements: Migrants, Immigrants, IDPs, and Refugees ii.
Legal and Institutional Framework for Refugee Protection iii.
Overview of National Legal Framework, Institutions and Actors b.
International Framework for Refugee Protection i.
Principles and Concepts of Refugee Protection ii.
The 1951 Refugee Convention iii.
The 1967 Convention iv.
Groups With Special Needs v.
Other Forms and Instruments of Protection c.
Regional and National Frameworks for Refugee Protection Policies and Practices i.
Europe ii.
Africa iii.
The Americas iv.
Asia v.
The Middle East vi.
Harmonization of refugee protection policies and practices d.
UNHCR and other Actors Relevant to International Asylum and Forced Migration i.
UNHCR ii.
Major Host states and other Donor Agencies iii.
Interaction and Cooperation among agencies; and between agencies and states
2.
Write a 25 page analytical policy paper on a topic agreed on with the professor, focusing on a specific refugee problem or theme (e.g. IDPs; gender, children and refugee protection; voluntary/forced repatriation
& durable solution; harmonization of national, regional and global policies and practices; human rights, refugees and peace building; migration and state security; etc.) in a geographical region of interest. The objective of the paper is to develop an optimum/alternative/practical policy out of a set of options to address the given problem(s). The Analytical report is expected to build on the bibliographical essay, and both could conceivably form the beginnings of a doctoral dissertation proposal.
3.
Both papers must be typed, double-spaced, and documentation of sources must be consistent with either
APA or The CMS.
4.
Student will meet with professor once every two weeks to discuss reading materials and research progress.
5.
The Bibliographical essay will be due mid-semester.
6.
Analytical policy paper is due two weeks before the end of semester.
7.
Student will meet with the professor the last week of the semester for a comprehensive discussion of both papers.
VII. Grading Policy
Grades will be calculated as follows:
Bi-weekly discussion of research and readings: 15%
Bibliographical Essay: 30%
Analytical Report: 30%
Final Discussion/Defense of Projects: 25%
Grading scale: A: 90-100; B: 80-89; C: 70-79; D: 60-69; F: < 60

VIII. Academic Integrity
Every KSU student is responsible for upholding the provisions of the Student Code of Conduct, as published in the
Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs. Section II of the Student Code of Conduct addresses the University's policy on academic honesty, including provisions regarding plagiarism and cheating, unauthorized access to University materials, misrepresentation/falsification of University records or academic work, malicious removal, retention, or destruction of library materials, malicious/intentional misuse of computer facilities and/or services, and misuse of student identification cards. Incidents of alleged academic misconduct will be handled through the established procedures of the University Judiciary Program, which includes either an "informal" resolution by a faculty member, resulting in a grade adjustment, or a formal hearing procedure, which may subject a student to the Code of Conduct's minimum one semester suspension requirement.
IX. ADA Statement
Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet the course requirements should contact the instructor as soon as possible to arrange the necessary accommodations.
Students should present appropriate verification from KSU disAbled Student Support Services. No requirement exists that accommodations be made prior to completion of this approved University process. Accommodations are arranged on an individualized, as-needed basis after the needs and circumstances have been evaluated. The following individuals have been designated by the President of the University to provide assistance and ensure compliance with the ADA. Should you require assistance or have further questions about the ADA, please contact:
Carol Pope, Asst. Dir. for disAbled Student Support Services
770-423-6443, 770-423-6667F, 770-423-6480TTY cpope@kennesaw.edu disAbled Student Support Services Website http://www.kennesaw.edu/stu_dev/dsss/dsss.html