040268 SE IM: International Negotiations (for Master Students) (2017S)

Evaluation of papers handed in and of presentations, in addition, students write one discussion paper on a colleague's work, and active participation in classroom discussion is required.

Participants will be assessed based on the seminar paper, its presentation, a discussion paper and in-class participation.

The seminar paper has to meet scientific standards and is preparing students for writing a diploma thesis. In their seminar paper, the participants should demonstrate a profound knowledge of the assigned topic. Based on a thorough literature review, students not only summarize their findings, but also develop an own perspective on a particular topic.

The paper has to be presented in-class. The presentation has to cover (a) a description of the problem and the specific research question, (b) a summary & the highlights of the review of relevant literature, and (c) a discussion of findings & possible future research questions.

The course is designed to be highly interactive. Therefore, class attendance is required. To encourage in-class participation, students prepare & present a short discussion paper of an assigned seminar paper submitted by a colleague.