Economic security 2104-M-D3BEEK-MPH

The student has knowledge of the importance of the economy for state security and the importance of economic instruments in the foreign policy of a state.
1. Security in theories of international relations - economic issues (understanding of security by various theories of international relations, historical evolution of the concept of security, increasing importance of the economic factor in the security policy of great powers)
2. Economic security - the concept; the development of the concept of economic security in international relations. The importance of economic security in the great powers politics.
3. Globalization and economic security - the impact of globalization on the economic security of states. Influence of increased attachments of international national economies on economic security.
4. Economic nationalism - evolution and meaning
5. State capitalism - evolution of the capitalist system in selected countries. The importance of state property for the economic security of the state
6. Geoeconomics - the importance of economic instruments in the national strategy of states. Classification and methods of application.
7. Threats to the economic security of states - energy issues. History and evolution of the importance of energy security in the strategy of states. Global aspects and specific to European countries.
8. Threats to the economic security of states - financial issues. The importance of financial aspects for the economic security of states
9. Threats to the economic security of states - food and food security; Safety of sea routes - history, importance, evolution. Security of sea lanes of communication as a public good.
10. test
Type of student activity / Workload (hours)
Contact hours: Lecture attendance – workload: 20 h
Independent work: workload: 30 h

Term 2025Z:

The student has knowledge of the importance of the economy for state security and the importance of economic instruments in the foreign policy of a state.
1. Security in theories of international relations - economic issues (understanding of security by various theories of international relations, historical evolution of the concept of security, increasing importance of the economic factor in the security policy of great powers)
2. Economic security - the concept; the development of the concept of economic security in international relations. The importance of economic security in the great powers politics.
3. Globalization and economic security - the impact of globalization on the economic security of states. Influence of increased attachments of international national economies on economic security.
4. Economic nationalism - evolution and meaning
5. State capitalism - evolution of the capitalist system in selected countries. The importance of state property for the economic security of the state
6. Geoeconomics - the importance of economic instruments in the national strategy of states. Classification and methods of application.
7. Threats to the economic security of states - energy issues. History and evolution of the importance of energy security in the strategy of states. Global aspects and specific to European countries.
8. Threats to the economic security of states - financial issues. The importance of financial aspects for the economic security of states
9. Threats to the economic security of states - food and food security
10. Safety of sea routes - history, importance, evolution. Security of sea lanes of communication as a public good.

Term 2026Z:

The student has knowledge of the importance of the economy for state security and the importance of economic instruments in the foreign policy of a state.
1. Security in theories of international relations - economic issues (understanding of security by various theories of international relations, historical evolution of the concept of security, increasing importance of the economic factor in the security policy of great powers)
2. Economic security - the concept; the development of the concept of economic security in international relations. The importance of economic security in the great powers politics.
3. Globalization and economic security - the impact of globalization on the economic security of states. Influence of increased attachments of international national economies on economic security.
4. Economic nationalism - evolution and meaning
5. State capitalism - evolution of the capitalist system in selected countries. The importance of state property for the economic security of the state
6. Geoeconomics - the importance of economic instruments in the national strategy of states. Classification and methods of application.
7. Threats to the economic security of states - energy issues. History and evolution of the importance of energy security in the strategy of states. Global aspects and specific to European countries.
8. Threats to the economic security of states - financial issues. The importance of financial aspects for the economic security of states
9. Threats to the economic security of states - food and food security
10. Safety of sea routes - history, importance, evolution. Security of sea lanes of communication as a public good.

Course coordinators

Term 2026Z:

Michał Nadziak
Rafał Ulatowski
Anna Wróbel

Term 2025Z:

Rafał Ulatowski

Type of course

obligatory courses

Mode

Classroom

Prerequisites (description)

Students have basic knowledge on international relations.

Learning outcomes

Students characterizes and analyzes in depth:
- the importance of economic security for the security of a states,
- the impact of trade policy on state security
- the impact of economic integration on state security
Students are able in depth to:
-analyze the influence of different factors on the economic security of the state,
A student may:
- promote knowledge on international relations
- identify ethical dilemmas in international economic relations
S3_W02, S3_W03, S3_W04, S3_W06, S3_W07, S3_U01, S3_U02, S3_K03, S3_K04

Assessment criteria

test, 20 minutes, 20 questions, The test result accounts for 100% of the final grade.
Attendance at classes is optional

individual course of study
Individual project in written form. Lenght: 40000-60000 symbols. Text structure: Introduction, 3-4 chapters, conclusions and bibliography. The introduction must include: research question/ research hypothesis and description of methodology.
The text must include footnotes.

There is verification of learning outcomes carried out completely without assistance artificial intelligence. Students rely solely on your knowledge, understanding and skills. Artificial intelligence cannot be used at no point during assessment.

Practical placement

Bibliography

1. Julia Skóra, Dariusz Bogusz, Współczesne zagrożenia bezpieczeństwa państwa, Gdynia 2025, chapter 4.
2. Katarzyna Żukrowska "Bezpieczeństwo międzynarodowe. przegląd aktualnego stanu" Warszawa 2011
3. Thomas Piketty "Kapitał w XXI wieku".
4. Paweł Soroka "Bezpieczeństwo energetyczne. między teorią a praktyką" Warszawa 2015
5. Małgorzata Radziukiewicz "Rynek produktów sprawiedliwego handlu w Polsce" Warszawa 2015
6. Bogumiła Szopa i Ewa Ślęzak "Finansowe Aspekty globalizacji" PWE Warszawa 2016

Term 2025Z:

1. Katarzyna Żukrowska "Bezpieczeństwo międzynarodowe. przegląd aktualnego stanu" Warszawa 2011
2. Thomas Piketty "Kapitał w XXI wieku".
3. Paweł Soroka "Bezpieczeństwo energetyczne. między teorią a praktyką" Warszawa 2015
4. Małgorzata Radziukiewicz "Rynek produktów sprawiedliwego handlu w Polsce" Warszawa 2015
5. Bogumiła Szopa i Ewa Ślęzak "Finansowe Aspekty globalizacji" PWE Warszawa 2016