An article published by the Independent offered the following commentary on the state of our world. And it says that “If the human race is wiped out in the next 50 years it will not be because of disease or an asteroid hitting the earth, but because of foreign policy and international relations among the countries.”

Understanding globalised markets, and the factors influencing relations between countries, has never been so pertinent.

The importance of international relations also goes beyond peace and war, past poverty and business; rather it explores the key players in world politics, intrinsic political patterns, and identifies the theories for how resolution and cooperation can be reached.