Social Analysis on Globalization

Social Analysis on Globalization

Major Courses

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School of Economics and Management

2Year

KCCBG2MCA2

2.00Credits

講義 (Lecture)

Spring semester 2026

(Spring semester)

Takara Kenza Allal-Sumoto

School of Economics and Management GBC

English

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By appointment, or before or after class
Research BuildingⅡ(研究棟Ⅱ) B-306

allalsumoto@em.u-hyogo.ac.jp

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This course aims to provide students with a practical understanding of international relations and global governance through participation in Model United Nations (MUN) simulations. By representing assigned countries in structured debates, negotiations, and resolution drafting, students will explore how states articulate national interests, cooperate, and negotiate solutions to global challenges.

Through research assignments, position paper writing, policy development, speeches, and formal debate procedures, students will develop analytical thinking skills, diplomatic communication skills, and the ability to construct evidence-based arguments in English.

The course also prepares interested students for participation in JUEMUN (Japan University English Model United Nations), while ensuring that all enrolled students complete a full in-class MUN experience.


By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Explain the structure and functions of the United Nations and understand the basic rules of procedure used in Model United Nations conferences.
2. Analyze global issues from the perspective of a specific country and articulate that country’s national interests and policy positions.
3. Conduct independent research using reliable sources and synthesize findings into structured policy documents such as position papers and working papers.
4. Demonstrate critical thinking and negotiation skills through participation in formal debates and caucuses.
5. Draft and evaluate resolutions, including proposing amendments and participating in voting procedures.
6. Communicate persuasively and professionally in English in both formal speeches and informal negotiations.

【Subtitle】Model United Nations
【Keywords】Discussion, Debate, Critical thinking, Social issues
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This course provides students with an experiential introduction to international relations and global governance through participation in Model United Nations (MUN) simulations. Students will represent assigned member states and engage in research, policy analysis, speech writing, negotiation, and resolution drafting within a structured committee framework.

Throughout the semester, students will develop country-specific policy positions based on independent research and learn to articulate those positions in formal debate settings. Class sessions will combine lectures on United Nations procedures with workshops, peer review activities, negotiation exercises, and simulation practice.

By the end of the course, all students will participate in a full in-class MUN conference. Selected students may also have the opportunity to participate in JUEMUN (Japan University English Model United Nations). The course emphasizes active participation, critical thinking, collaboration, and professional-level English communication in diplomatic contexts.


1. Course Introduction / What is MUN?
2. Choosing Countries & Committees / Resolution Format
3. UN Structure & MUN Rules
4. Writing a Position Paper – Structure
5. Developing National Policy
6. Peer Review & Editing of Position Papers
7. Speech Preparation (Opening Speech)
8. Negotiation Skills & Informal Dialogue
9. Drafting Resolutions (Working Papers)
10. Amendment & Compromise Strategies
11. Mini MUN (Rehearsal Day)
12. Final Review & Submission
13. Full In-Class MUN (Part 1) – For Non-JUEMUN
14. Full In-Class MUN (Part 2) – For Non-JUEMUN
15. Reflection, Reporting, and Evaluation

In-person

• In-person classes only
• Not subject to the cap on distance-education credits

Completely forbidden

In this course, the use of generative AI is strictly prohibited. Any use during class is forbidden, and if a violation is discovered, credits may not be granted or may be revoked.
Regardless of whether generative AI is used or not, students must pay attention to the contents described in “Guidelines on the Use of Generative AI in Education at the University of Hyogo (For Students)”

Materials will be provided by the instructor.

Materials will be provided by the instructor.

Students will spend between two and three hours outside of class each week reviewing the material and preparing for class.

Students will actively conduct research and plan their discussion and group work.

Contribution to class activities / In-class MUN or JUEMUN Conference Participation 30%
Research Papers (x3) 30%
Position Paper 30%
Reflection Paper 10%

The instructor will give feedback in class or in Unipa.

This course requires a significant amount of work and preparation.

• Attendance in all class lectures is mandatory for conference preparation.
• Students will need to complete all assignments and tasks and meet required deadlines.
• Students must have a laptop and internet access.
• As a guideline, students are expected to have English proficiency equivalent to one of the following scores:
  TOEIC: 785 or higher
  EIKEN: Grade 2 or above
  TOEFL iBT: 86 or higher
  IELTS: 6.5 or higher
  
  

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