The Graduate Certificate of International Relations is designed for those looking to better understand the diverse and dynamic world of global politics and answer big questions about global justice, war, peace, social movements and inter-state relations. As future global leaders, 21st-century graduate students need to be equipped with a critical understanding of intercultural competence, as well as the skills and attitudes required in order to apply this understanding. This degree builds essential skills in global leadership, intercultural communication and facilitating positive change in a context characterised by significant levels of global complexity and connectivity. Successful completion of this degree can count toward a Master of International Relations for those who desire further study. The course comprises 24 points structured into three core units which provide knowledge, skills, attitudes and values required of skilled practitioners working in a range of fields addressing international relations Outcomes These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes. Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will be able to: explain the principal themes, theories and issues in international relations recognise the diversity of world views in practice analyse and critically evaluate a range of texts pertaining to the field of international relations utilise research skills to undertake a short, guided research task communicate research findings in a range of formats to professional and non-professional audiences