Overview

In the twentieth century sport was transformed from an amateur pastime to a global business and became an important tool for nations in the conduct international relations and diplomacy. This course will introduce students to the development of the international sports system and its modes of governance. It will consider ā€¦ For more content click the Read More button below. Main Topics Sport, Spectacle and Diplomacy in Early Modern Europe Soft Power and International Relations The Governance Structures of International Sport Totalitarian Regimes and the use of Sport in international relations The use of sporting boycotts in internationals relations Human rights and sport Sport as development Aid The Politics of Sport and intellectual Property and Ambush Marketing Sweatshops and the Sports Apparel Industry Sport and International Treaties Intersection of International Law and Sport The Court of Arbitration for Sport and the World Anti Doping Agency  

Course Attributes

General Education

Delivery

In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

Fees

Pre-2019 Handbook Editions

Access past handbook editions (2018 and prior)