Andreas Wenger: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2021

Name	Prof. Dr. Andreas Wenger
Field	International and Swiss Security Policy
Address	Schweiz.- u. Int. Sicherheitspol. ETH Zürich, IFW C 48.2 Haldeneggsteig 4 8092 Zürich SWITZERLAND
Telephone	+41 44 632 59 10
Fax	+41 44 632 19 41
E-mail	wenger@sipo.gess.ethz.ch
Department	Humanities, Social and Political Sciences
Relationship	Full Professor

Number	Title	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
853-0058-00L	Swiss Foreign and Security Politics Since 1945 Only for Public Policy BA and DAS in Military Sciences.	4 credits	2V + 1U	A. Wenger
Abstract	This course provides students with an overview of the main features of Swiss foreign and security policy since 1945. The focus is on the emergence and development of security policy strategies and instruments in a historical context. Using primary and secondary source texts as a basis, selected topics are analyzed and discussed in tutorials.
Learning objective	The participants have a solid overview of the evolution of Swiss foreign and security policy since 1945.
Content	The first part of the lecture clarifies the term "security" and analyzes the change of its meaning in politics and academia over time. The focus of the second part is on the development of Swiss security policy since 1945. We will look at the different concepts of security policy, which range from "total defense" to "cooperative security". We then will analyze the gap between planning and execution, focusing on the two key developments of security policy, that is foreign policy and armed forces. The tutorials help to deepen the understanding of key aspects of Swiss foreign and security policy-making. We will read and discuss a number of key (primary and secondary) sources.
Literature	Mandatory reading: Spillman, Kurt R., Andreas Wenger, Christoph Breitenmoser and Marcel Gerber. Schweizer Sicherheitspolitik seit 1945: Zwischen Autonomie und Kooperation. Zürich: Verlag neue Zürcher Zeitung, 2001. The book is out of print, students can access the text in the virtual class room (Moodle).
Prerequisites / Notice	The lecture is supported by a virtual class room (Moodle). If you have questions concerning the lecture, please contact Oliver Roos, oliver.roos@sipo.gess.ethz.ch.
853-0058-01L	Swiss Foreign and Security Politics Since 1945 (without Tutorial)	3 credits	2V	A. Wenger
Abstract	This course provides students with an overview of the main features of Swiss foreign and security policy since 1945. The focus is on the emergence and development of security policy strategies and instruments in a historical context.
Learning objective	The participants have a solid overview of the evolution of Swiss foreign and security policy since 1945.
Content	The first part of the lecture clarifies the term "security" and analyzes the change of its meaning in politics and academia over time. The focus of the second part is on the development of Swiss security policy since 1945. We will look at the different concepts of security policy, which range from "total defense" to cooperative security. We then will analyze the gap between planning and execution, focusing on the two key developments of security policy, that is foreign policy and armed forces.
Literature	Mandatory reading: Spillman, Kurt R., Andreas Wenger, Christoph Breitenmoser and Marcel Gerber. Schweizer Sicherheitspolitik seit 1945: Zwischen Autonomie und Kooperation. Zürich: Verlag neue Zürcher Zeitung, 2001. The book is out of print, students can access the text in the virtual class room (Moodle).
Prerequisites / Notice	The lecture is supported by a virtual class room (Moodle). If you have questions concerning the lecture, please contact Oliver Roos, oliver.roos@sipo.gess.ethz.ch.
853-0322-00L	Advanced Course I (Seminar) Only for Public Policy BA	4 credits	3S	A. Wenger, M. M. Keupp
Abstract	In this two-semester course, students write an academic text at an advanced level on a topic in defense economics. In the first part of the course, the students design a research design. In the second part, they write a term paper and present before the class.
Learning objective	The seminar is conducted in several groups over two semesters. The goal of the seminar is to work on a question within the framework of a topic of defense economics, to research it, to write a scientific paper and to present it in the plenary session. Due to the methodological skills acquired in the proseminar, a qualitatively demanding work is expected.
Content	In the first part of the event, the reading and discussion of selected specialist literature will be used to familiarize participants with the topic of the seminar. On this basis, a research design will be developed. Additionally, methodological problems and difficulties will be discussed. In the second part the students write their seminar papers and present them in the plenum.
Lecture notes	none
Literature	The work "Militärökonomie" / "Economie militaire" as used in the lecture is to be consulted as basic literature for the identification of relevant topics.
857-0100-00L	Ending Violence Number of participants limited to 15. MA Comparative and International Studies are given priority.	8 credits	2S	A. Wenger, A. Duursma
Abstract	This seminar addresses a range of interventions commonly used for conflict management and resolution and intended to reduce levels of violence and end civil wars, including mediation, peacekeeping, humanitarian interventions, Security Sector Reform (SSR), and peacebuilding. Students will become acquainted with key theoretical explanations and incorporate those insights into their own projects.
Learning objective	The aim of this course is to introduce students to different approaches to manage and resolve violent conflict and civil wars. The focus will be on forms of intervention in diverse conflict settings. Readings focus on empirical and theoretical literature about the transformation, prevention and reduction of violence during and after civil wars. The course will identify and discuss the main actors, strategies and dynamics associated with ending violence. Students will develop their own research design, including a research question, a short literature review, a theoretical framework and planned research methods, to take on the difficult questions of how, where, when and why violence ends with the help of conflict management and resolution practices.
868-0002-00L	Module 2: Mediation Methods Does not take place this semester. Only for MAS Mediation in Peace Processes.	7 credits	6G	A. Wenger
Abstract	This module introduces students to different types and phases of negotiation and mediation, along with providing them with frequent opportunities to practice related principles, skills, and attitudes. The module focuses on the most fundamental interpersonal skills on the micro level that provide the basis for mediation in more complex conflict settings.
Learning objective	Building on the understanding that mediation is a form of assisted negotiation, this module introduces various theoretical and practical methods of negotiation and mediation. The module introduces students to different types and phases of both negotiation and mediation, providing them with frequent opportunities to practice related principles, skills, and attitudes. The module focuses on the most fundamental interpersonal skills on the micro level that provide the basis for mediation in more complex conflict settings. Additionally, the module touches on the role of emotions and identities in conflict resolution. The module also gives an overview of the state of the art of mediation research and theory, delving into core topics, such as the effectiveness of mediation, mediation mandates and different types of third party mediators.
868-0003-00L	Module 3: Mediation Content Does not take place this semester. Only for MAS Mediation in Peace Processes.	10 credits	9G	A. Wenger, L.‑E. Cederman
Abstract	Students learn about the content of peace processes in this module. This module combines various approaches to developing options with an examination of contemporary cases and how various content issues are managed and interlinked. The module focuses on security, power-sharing, justice, socioeconomic and environmental arrangements.
Learning objective	Mediators learn about the content of peace negotiations and peace agreements in this module. The module builds on the understanding that the goal of mediation is not to eliminate the issues that are tearing a society apart, but rather to find mechanisms to deal with differences in a non-violent manner. Mediators need a sufficient understanding of various thematic topics related to peace processes (e.g., security, power-sharing, justice, economics) in order to create linkages between them and the specific content issues therein. An adequate level of knowledge of core themes will also help mediators understand how to work with expert advisors to support a mediation process. This module both introduces relevant theory on ways of dealing with content issues and looks at how such issues were managed and interlinked in specific contemporary cases. This module also begins to address the teamwork dimension of mediation, which will be further elaborated on in the following modules.
868-0004-00L	Module 4: Mediation Process Design Only for MAS Mediation in Peace Processes.	10 credits	9G	A. Wenger
Abstract	Mediators help the parties reach a peace agreement by designing and structuring the process. This module covers the basic elements of process design and how they differ. Important to process design is the reflection on theory and practice in sequencing the content to be examined. The module then explores the implications and challenges facing the implementation of peace agreements for mediators.
Learning objective	Mediators help the parties reach a peace agreement by designing and structuring the process. This module covers the basic elements of process design and how they differ. Important to process design is the reflection on theory and practice in sequencing the content to be examined. The module then explores the implications and challenges facing the implementation of peace agreements for mediators.
868-0005-00L	Module 5: Advanced Mediation Methods Only for MAS Mediation in Peace Processes.	7 credits	6G	A. Wenger
Abstract	This module focuses on deepening and consolidating the core skills from the first four modules and applying them in complex and high-stress environments. This module also touches on the topic of evaluation and effectiveness in peace mediation, looking at current trends and approaches to measuring impact in conflict resolution.
Learning objective	This module focuses on deepening and consolidating the core skills from the first four modules and applying them to macro level complex conflict settings. The module focuses on providing students with opportunities to apply knowledge and skills from the previous modules in contexts of high stress and high complexity, thereby allowing them to practice, diverse coping strategies for dealing with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges during a mediation process. Additionally, this module puts emphasis on the team dimension of mediation, requiring participants to put into practice interpersonal skills learnt and internalized throughout the program. This module also touches on the topic of evaluation and effectiveness in peace mediation, looking at current trends and approaches to measuring impact in conflict resolution.
868-0006-00L	Module 6: Mediation Processes Does not take place this semester. Only for MAS Mediation in Peace Processes.	6 credits	6G	A. Wenger
Abstract	This module seeks to integrate all the knowledge, skills, and techniques from previous modules in a multi-day mediation simulation based on a real-life mediation case. It focuses on linking theory and practice, communicating with actors in conflict, and transferring the programme’s content to a professional environment.
Learning objective	This module seeks to integrate all the knowledge, skills, and techniques from Modules 1-5 in a multi-day mediation simulation. The module focuses on how to link theory and practice, how to communicate this to actors in conflict, and how the content of the programme can be transferred into the professional environment of the participants. On a more strategic/political level, this final module allows participants to introduce, discuss – and maybe influence – the future path of the field in the various countries represented and analysed.
868-0100-00L	Literature Project Does not take place this semester. Only for MAS Mediation in Peace Processes.	5 credits	11A	A. Wenger
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868-0102-00L	Practice-oriented Paper Only for MAS Mediation in Peace Processes.	5 credits	11A	A. Wenger
Abstract	This paper requires students to reflect on a particular topic relevant to peace mediation. While practice-oriented, the paper must still be grounded in conflict and mediation literature. Students are required to present their papers orally during the programme. Participants are encouraged to consult their employers as they pick a topic so as to ensure its relevance to their work environment.
Learning objective	This paper requires students to reflect on a particular topic relevant to peace mediation. While practice-oriented, the paper must still be grounded in conflict and mediation literature. Students are required to present their papers orally during the programme. Participants are encouraged to consult their employers as they pick a topic so as to ensure its relevance to their work environment.