Khazar University

Caucasus Studies Courses Currently Being Offered:

Course Title:

Economy of Azerbaijan

Offered by (dept):

Economics

Taught by:

Prof. Gubad Bayramov

Course Objectives and Topics:

The course objective is to provide an understanding of the economy of Azerbaijan.

Historical review of the Azerbaijan economy, structure of the economy, features of development of each sector in different periods, modern problems of Azerbaijan economy, transition to the market, privatization, directions of economic reforms, economic development outlooks.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

Course provides an introduction to economy of Azerbaijan for the students from neighboring countries who are interested in local and regional aspects of economic development.

When offered:

Offered every Fall

Course Title:

International Economic Relations of Azerbaijan

Offered by (dept):

Economics

Taught by:

Prof. Fuat Rasulov

Course Objectives and Topics:

The course objective is to furnish the students with the knowledge of the role of international economic relations in the development of Azerbaijan economy.

Historical analyses of International Economic Relations of Azerbaijan, trade traditions, participation in financial, industrial and other international organizations, comparative analyses of international relations for different branches of industry and with different countries, regional aspects of the International Economic Relations of Azerbaijan.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

Course develops an understanding of the role of International Economic Relations from regional point of view, reveals potential of development the regional economic relations.

When offered:

Offered every Spring

Course Title:

Tourism in Azerbaijan

Offered by (dept):

Economics

Taught by:

Fuat Rasulov

Course Objectives and Topics:

The course objective is to introduce the brief historical review of tourism movement in Azerbaijan, its potential and peculiarities, economical and organizational aspects of development tourism in Azerbaijan.

Historical review of tourism movement in Azerbaijan, tourist market potential, tourism resources, problems of development, regional aspects of tourism industry development.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

Course introduces the tourism sector of economy of Azerbaijan and demonstrates the opportunities for regional cooperation in this sector of economy.

When offered:

Offered every other year

Courses related to Caucasus Studies, currently being offered by

Khazar University’s School of Law and Social Sciences

Dean Jabir Khalilov

Course Title:

Caucasus in World Politics

Offered by:

Department of International Relations and Political Sciences

Instructor:

Faculty member

Course Objectives and Topics:

Study of the Caucasus region beginning from ancient times through the Middle Ages till present.

Multiethnic composition of the Caucasus’ population; relations between the three largest nations in South Caucasus; the Transcaucasian Federation and the Baku Committee in early 20^th century; international cooperation in Caucasus after 90's.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

The course develops an understanding of the background and main features of the contemporary politics in Caucasus; examines perspectives for regional political and economic cooperation.

When offered:
Every other Fall semester

Course Title:

Foreign Policy of Azerbaijan

Offered by:

Department of International Relations and Political Sciences

Instructor:

Prof. Nasib Nassibli

Course Objectives and Topics:

The course focuses on two subjects:

1. History of Azerbaijani foreign policy, including foreign policy of Azerbaijani states throughout history; an inquiry into diplomatic activity of the heads of those states; organization of their foreign policy mechanisms; relations of Azerbaijan with other regional states.

2. Contemporary foreign policy of Azerbaijan – offers a study of the foreign policy of Azerbaijan after the collapse of the USSR from 1991 till present. Includes foreign policy making and regional and international policy priorities.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

The course introduces the student of Caucasus Studies to foreign policy of the largest nation in the region. It examines the historical background, regional environment, priorities, and mechanisms, which shape and affect foreign policy making in Azerbaijan.

Reviews issues of regional security and co-operation in Caucasus.

When offered:

Every Spring semester

Course Title:

Azerbaijani Emigration

Offered by:

Department of International Relations and Political Sciences

Instructor:
Faculty member

Course Objectives and Topics:

Study of the causes and dynamics of migrations after the division of Azerbaijan into two parts by Russia and Persia in 1813 and 1828, features of migrations in 1813-1900, 1908-1918, 1920-1991. Organizations and press of Azerbaijani emigrants. Ideological, political, and historical heritage of Azerbaijani emigrants.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

Azerbaijanis by far constitute the largest ethnic group in Caucasus and reside not only in Azerbaijan but also all over the Caucasus region. This course intends to provide comprehensive ethnopolitical study of this group.

When offered:
Every other Fall semester

Course Title:

Azerbaijani-Armenian Conflict

Offered by:

Department of International Relations and Political Sciences

Instructor:

Prof. Aybeniz Mammadli

Course Objectives and Topics:

The course focuses on past and present of this conflict.

Historical background of the conflict in the 1918-1920's; territorial disputes over Garabagh, Zangazur and Nakhchivan. Escalation of conflict in 1988: Armenian territorial claims; separatist movement in Mountainous Garabagh after 1988; external factors in the conflict; mediation of international organizations. Possible ways of resolving the conflict by diplomatic means.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

This course studies Azerbaijani-Armenian conflict as a problem of the whole Caucasus region.

When offered:

Every other Spring semester

Course Title:

Comparative Constitutional Law

Offered by:

Department of Law

Instructor:

Abil Bayramov

Rovshan Ismailov

Course Objectives and Topics:

This course studies a fundamental branch of law – Constitutional Law, using methods of comparative analysis.

Theory, law and practice of the Constitution, including legislative, executive and judicial institutions in various countries, as well as constitutional law notions such as the rule of law, constitutional amendment, and fundamental rights and freedoms; analysis in comparative perspectives of organization of governments, their functioning, legal freedom of social organizations and individuals on the basis of the constitutional systems of various countries.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

This course includes comparative analysis of Constitutional Law in South Caucasus nations, among others.

When offered:

Every Spring semester

Course Title:

International Trade Law

Offered by:

Department of Law

Instructor:

Faculty member

Course Objectives and Topics:

This course introduces students to the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sales of Goods and how its provisions address the obligation of the buyer and the seller, contract formation, remedies for breach of the agreement, which party bears the risk of loss during shipment, and problems that may arise such as misdelivery, forged bills of lading, and misdescription of the goods; the financing of international trading of goods; various types of letters of credits, the role of each party and the remedies available when transactions are not completed as intended.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

This course provides an understanding of legal regulations on trade between South Caucasus states as related to International Trade Law.

When offered:

Every Fall semester

Course Title:

Pre-Islamic History of Azerbaijan and Its Neighbors (Ancient and Early Medieval Period)

Offered by:

Department of History

Instructor:

Gudret Ismailzadeh

Course Objectives and Topics:

The course covers the period from the very beginning of civilization until the 8^th century A.D. Comparative history of the ancient Azerbaijani, Georgian, and Armenian states. History of North Caucasus.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

This course provides a thorough examination of the history of Caucasus and the development of ethnic identities in the region until the 8^th century A.D.

When offered:

Every Fall semester

Course Title:

Socio-Political Situation in Caucasus in late 19^th- early 20^th centuries (1890-1917)

Offered by:

Department of History

Instructor:

Faculty member

Course Objectives and Topics:

The development of national-democratic and revolutionary movements in Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia; formation of political parties and development of national self-consciousness and nationalism. The political activities of national intelligentsia.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

This course provides a thorough examination of development of nationalism and emergence of first democratic independent nations in Caucasus in late 19^th- early 20^th centuries.

When offered:

Every Spring semester

Course Title:

History of Azerbaijan (8^th-18^th centuries)

Offered by:

Department of History

Instructor:

Faculty Member

Course Objectives and Topics:

History of Azerbaijan in the Middle Ages: Arabian invasion, inclusion of Azerbaijan into Arabian Caliphate, and Islamization of the country and surrounding Caucasus region. Study of historical development of the local feudal states in Azerbaijan and Caucasus. Formation of the Saljug Empire in Central Asia and Caucasus. Azerbaijan in Chengiz Khan’s Empire and in the states of Ilkhans and Khulagiuds. The states of Garagoyunli and Aghgoyunlu. Savafi Empire. Azerbaijan and Caucasus as an arena of rivalry among Russia, Persia and the Ottoman Empire.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

This course provides a comprehensive history of the largest political and territorial entities in Caucasus throughout the Middle Ages.

When offered:

Every Fall semester

Caucasus Studies Courses Currently Being Offered by Khazar University’s School of Humanities:

Course Title:

Translation Studies

Offered by (dept):

English Department

Taught by:

Prof. Afgan Abdullayev

Course Objectives and Topics:

The interlingual relationships the Azerbaijani, Georgian, Armenian and English, methods of translating.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

To give the description of language peculiarities of the Languages in Caucasus and their relations to English.

When offered:

Every Spring

Course Title:

Azerbaijani Language

Offered by (dept):

Department of Azerbaijani Studies

Taught by:

Associate Professor Ismailova Elsa

Course Objectives and Topics:

The main emphasis on communicative role of the four skills- reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

The communicative role of the Azerbaijani as one of the major languages in the Caucasus

When offered:

Every Semester

Course Title:

Azerbaijani Literature

Offered by (dept):

Department of Azerbaijani Studies

Taught by:

Prof. Hamlet Isaxanli

Course Objectives and Topics:

The development periods of the Azerbaijani Literature and written and oral compositions on the basis of classic and modern literary extracts.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

Will enable the students to get information on the Azerbaijani literature as part of Caucasus studies

When offered:

Every Semester

Course Title:

Azerbaijani History

Offered by (dept):

Department of History

Taught by:

Associate Professor Roza Arazova

Course Objectives and Topics:

The study of Azerbaijan as a component of the oriental world in direct relation with Caucasus and Near East Countries.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

As a part of the Caucasus history it provides with more information on the region

When offered:

Every semester

Course Title:

Azerbaijan Culture:

1.Folk Music

2. Dances of the nations in the Caucasus

Offered by (dept):

Department of Azerbaijan Studies

Taught by:

Prof. Arif Babayev
Associate Prof. Jamila Bayramova

Course Objectives and Topics:

Azerbaijani Folk Music as a part of Caucasus culture, the traditional trends of Azerbaijani National music.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

The role of Azerbaijani Culture in the Caucasus.

When offered:

Every semester

Course Title:

Azerbaijani Dress

Offered by (dept):

Department of Azerbaijan Studies

Taught by:

Associate Prof.

Course Objectives and Topics:

Historical survey of development of Azerbaijani dress culture, major factors influencing transition from industrial societies to post industrial societies, emphasis on historical periods of Azerbaijani dress.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

To learn historical development of Azerbaijani dress culture as a part of Caucasus culture

When offered:

Every semester

Course Title:

Carpeting

Offered by (dept):

Department of Azerbaijani Studies

Taught by:

Every Fall

Course Objectives and Topics:

Creative development of carpeting materials and processes, with emphasis on indirect methods of forming such use of carpet elements and mechanically and hand made produced carpet types

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

Azerbaijani carpeting as a part of Caucasus culture.

When offered:

Every Spring

Course Title:

History of Azerbaijani Press

Offered by (dept):

Department of Journalism

Taught by:

Associate prof. Razim Mammadli

Course Objectives and Topics:

Evolution of Azerbaijani Press and factors contributing to it. Development periods of Azerbaijani Press.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

The survey of Azerbaijani Press as part of Caucasus Mass Media

When offered:

Every Fall

Course Title:

Religions in the Caucasus

Offered by (dept):

Taught by:

Ph.D.Naila Suleimanova

Course Objectives and Topics:

This course concentrates on main currents of religion in Caucasus, relationships among various religious groups.

How contribute to Caucasus Studies program:

Discussions around certain religious sectors in Caucasus.

When offered:

Every Fall