Good Governance and Leadership

This course explores the relationship between good governance, leadership, and peacebuilding, examining how effective governance and leadership can contribute to building peaceful and resilient societies. Through readings, lectures, case studies, and group discussions, students will analyze the principles and practices of good governance, including transparency, accountability, and citizen participation, and their impact on peacebuilding. The course will also examine the role of leadership in promoting peace and social justice, including the skills and attributes of effective leaders in diverse settings. By the end of the course, students will have gained the knowledge and skills to critically evaluate governance and leadership practices, and design strategies for promoting good governance and leadership that contribute to peacebuilding and sustainable development.