GVPT309M
Topics in International Relations; International Relations and Private Military Contractors
This course surveys security privatization research on the emergence and use of private military and security companies (PMSCs) in conflict. After reviewing the origins of PMSCs and their primary clients and tasks, we will explore the implications of hiring private actors to conduct war-related efforts. This course uses a combination of cross-disciplinary research and current events to explore key concepts and themes.
Sister Courses: GVPT309B, GVPT309C, GVPT309E, GVPT309G, GVPT309I, GVPT309J, GVPT309L, GVPT309P, GVPT309T, GVPT309V, GVPT309X
Winter 2026
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