General Information
This subject offers an in-depth exploration of international summitry, a crucial platform for global leaders to address urgent issues. You will scrutinise the historical trajectory, strategic significance, and tangible impacts of international summits in an era marked by complex interdependencies and rapid transformations. The need for collaborative problem-solving and consensus-building among nations is paramount as the world becomes increasingly interconnected. This subject equips you with a nuanced understanding of the evolving landscape of global diplomacy, preparing you to navigate and contribute to the future of international relations.
Recognising the value of experiential knowledge, this subject integrates the insights of seasoned practitioners in diplomacy and international affairs. Their contributions enhance the learning experience and bridge the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical applications, enabling you to appreciate the complexities and nuances of high-stakes diplomatic engagements.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Society & Design Subject code: INTR13-317 Subject title: International Summitry: Global Dialogues and Decision-Making Subject level: Undergraduate Semester/Year: January 2025 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Standard Workload items: - Seminar: x12 (Total hours: 36) - Weekly seminar
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 84) - Recommended study hours
Attendance and learning activities: N/A -
Resources
Prescribed resources: No Prescribed resources.
After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List.iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications.
Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student.
To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
Class recordings: The primary workload items for this subject will be recorded for the purpose of revision.
These recordings are not a substitute for attending classes. Students are encouraged to attend all sessions as there may be instances where a session is not recorded due to the presence of a guest speaker, the inclusion of sensitive or protected content, or technical issues. Students are advised not to rely solely on these recordings for revision.
See the Recording policy for further details.
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Society & Design |
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| Subject code: | INTR13-317 |
| Subject title: | International Summitry: Global Dialogues and Decision-Making |
| Subject level: | Undergraduate |
| Semester/Year: | January 2025 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Standard |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | N/A |
| Prescribed resources: | No Prescribed resources. After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List. |
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
| Class recordings: | The primary workload items for this subject will be recorded for the purpose of revision. These recordings are not a substitute for attending classes. Students are encouraged to attend all sessions as there may be instances where a session is not recorded due to the presence of a guest speaker, the inclusion of sensitive or protected content, or technical issues. Students are advised not to rely solely on these recordings for revision. See the Recording policy for further details. |
Enrolment requirements
| Requisites: |
Pre-requisites:Co-requisites:There are no co-requisites |
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
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At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Project Report Students will engage in a research project on international summitry. 50.00% Week 12 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Student Engagement This will be an evaluation of your engagement with the subject and its content. 20.00% Ongoing 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Case Presentation Students will present a comprehensive case study of an international summit. 30.00% In Consultation 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 - * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Project Report | Students will engage in a research project on international summitry. | 50.00% | Week 12 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| Student Engagement | This will be an evaluation of your engagement with the subject and its content. | 20.00% | Ongoing | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| Case Presentation | Students will present a comprehensive case study of an international summit. | 30.00% | In Consultation | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
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Staff are required to report suspected misconduct. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication or falsification of data/content or other misconduct relating to assessment such as the falsification of medical certificates for assessment extensions. The longer term personal, social and financial consequences of misconduct can be severe, so please ask for help if you are unsure.
If your work is subject to an inquiry, you will be given an opportunity to respond and appropriate support will be provided. Academic work under inquiry will not be marked until the process has concluded. Penalties for misconduct include a warning, reduced grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, suspension or expulsion from the University.
Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students according to the requirements of the Assessment Procedure Schedule A - Assessment Communication Procedure.
Whilst in most cases feedback should be provided within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, the Procedure should be checked if the assessment is linked to others or if the subject is a non-standard (e.g., intensive) subject.
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Support is available to students where a physical, mental or neurological condition exists that would impact the student’s capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks. For effective support, special requirement needs should be arranged with the University in advance of or at the start of each semester, or, for acute conditions, as soon as practicable after the condition arises. Reasonable adjustments are not guaranteed where applications are submitted late in the semester (for example, when lodged just prior to critical assessment and examination dates).
As outlined in the Accessibility and Inclusion Policy, to qualify for support, students must meet certain criteria. Students are also required to meet with the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisor who will ensure that reasonable adjustments are afforded to qualifying students.
For more information and to apply online, visit BondAbility.
Subject curriculum
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Introduction to International Summitry
This week will provide an overview of the course, an introduction to the concept of international summitry, and an understanding of the purpose and significance of summits in global affairs.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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Historical Evolution of Summitry
This topic traces the history of international summits from their inception to the present day, examining key milestones and their impact on diplomatic practices.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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Key Actors and Stakeholders
This topic will identify the prominent participants in summits, including states, international organisations, and non-state actors, and will discuss the roles and interests of different stakeholders.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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Pre-Summit Preparations and Diplomacy
This topic explores the preparatory steps for summits, including agenda-setting and diplomatic groundwork. Allowing for the development of an understanding of the strategies employed in pre-summit negotiations.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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Summit Negotiations and Decision-Making
This topic analyses the negotiation process during summits and the factors that influence decision-making allowing for assessing the effectiveness of various negotiation techniques.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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Cultural Dimensions and Intercultural Communication
This topic offers an investigation of the role of culture in international summitry, allowing for the development of skills for effective intercultural communication.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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Media, Public Diplomacy, and Summitry
This topic exams the influence of media on public perception of summits, and provides for learning about the use of public diplomacy in shaping summit outcomes.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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Case Study: The G20 and Economic Summitry
This topic delves into the workings of the G20 as a case study of economic summitry, evaluating the outcomes and challenges of G20 meetings.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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Case Study: Climate Summits and Environmental Diplomacy
This topic will study the structure and objectives of international climate summits, discussing the successes and limitations of environmental diplomacy.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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Case Study: Security Summits and Peace Negotiations
This topic will analyse the role of security summits in conflict resolution and peacebuilding, reviewing historical examples of successful peace negotiations.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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The Future of Summitry in a Digital World
This topic explores the impact of digital technologies on the conduct of international summits and will challenge you to predict future trends in summitry and global governance.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.
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Student Summit Simulation and Debrief
The final session will see students engage in a simulated summit exercise to apply theoretical knowledge and reflect on the experience and lessons learned throughout the course.
SLOs included
- Understand the historical context and evolution of international summitry.
- Analyse the strategic significance of summits in international relations.
- Evaluate the outcomes of various international summits and their impact on global governance.
- Develop skills in diplomacy, negotiation, and intercultural communication.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to simulate summit scenarios and propose solutions to global challenges.