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Bussiness & Marketing
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20.07.2026
Course term: 20. 07. – 31. 07.
Available seats: 5
Price: 950 €
Category: Bussiness & Marketing
Status: Available
Deadline: 20.07.2026
The course starts with discussing classical theorists, for example on land versus sea based power struggles. A significant focus of the course is on studying major powers such as the United States, China, Russia, and the European Union, as well as other emerging powers. Contemporary geopolitical flashpoints, including Ukraine, the South China Sea, Taiwan, the Middle East, and Arctic territorial disputes.
In the course we don’t just deal with traditional power politics, but also work on the geopolitical impact of energy, climate change, and technological advancements. This means we will explore related topics such as cyber warfare, artificial intelligence, space exploration, and digital currencies and discuss their impact on the world.
Through policy debates, and strategic forecasting we will work on practical geopolitical analysis, to assess risks and investigate global trends. By completing the course, you will gain valuable insights into the power dynamics shaping our world today.
Jacques Bazen – the course lecturer – has been lecturing international economics and international relations at Saxion University of Applied Sciences in Enschede, The Netherlands since 2007. He was also working in international relations, in the field of political party development in Central and Eastern Europe for the Foundation Training Activities Eastern Europe, funded by the MATRA (Society transformation) program of the Dutch ministry of foreign affairs. In this function he worked in Central and Eastern Europe as well as the Middle East in training local political parties on frameworks for economic development as well as EU-relations. Jacques is also treasurer of one of the European political parties (ECPM), which offers him first hand insights into the way the European Union functions.
Introduction to Geopolitics. During the first day we will discuss several classical geopolitical theories and introduction of the practical assignment for completing the course
In-depth study of one of the recent/current geopolitical crises.
Key concepts of Geopolitics, from traditional Balance of Power and Realpolitik to Hegemony.
Global Dominance, consequences for the world.
Key Actors in the modern World Order & Economic Geopolitics.
From Nation-States to power blocks and deglobalization.
Regional power dynamics & Geopolitical hotspots.
Travelling throughout the world, but then different: integration & fragmentation.
Geopolitics of Energy and Resources
Presentations of the in-depth study
Saxion University of Applied Sciences
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Jacques Bazen is a senior lecturer of International Economics & Intercultural Communication and Negotiation at the department for Industrial Engineering & Management and research fellow at the research group on Regional Economic Development at Saxion University of Applied Sciences in Enschede, the Netherlands. Jacques worked for more than ten years as a project manager/consultant for the foundation Training Activities Eastern Europe, executing projects related to political and economic development in Central and Eastern Europe for the MATRA Political Party Program of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He is currently treasurer of the EU political party ECPM in Brussels, dealing with negotiation and cooperation between political parties in EU countries. Besides teaching, he regularly develops international (applied science) study modules aimed at intercultural negotiation and communication in collaboration with government and business. He has participated in at least 20 ERASMUS+ lecturer exchanges throughout Europe during the last fifteen years and participated in several EU and nationally funded projects on international science-business cooperation.
Course fee includes the course itself, application fee, study materials, afternoon/evening social activities and events, welcome and goodbye drink as part of the graduation party. Other expenses, such as meals, accommodation, insurance, personal expenses, public transportation ticket, extra activities (such as trips outside of town over the weekend and entrance fees), and required equipment (i.e. pencils, paper for illustrations) are not included in the price.
Please note, after the 30th of April 2026 there will be a late enrollment fee charged in the amount of 100EUR on top of the course fee.
Feel free to contact our coordinator:
Andrea Josífková
Coordinator
+420 777 879 192
info@europeansummerschool.com
Tiziano
I came to the design thinking course to learn and get an overview of this approach, it helped me a lot to figure out the design process. Now i feel more confident with the methodology. The materials shared were really valuable and the course was taught in the best possible way. I really enjoyed it and I higly appreciated the activities that ESS was proposing everyday. You can discover and enjoy the city, you'll live in an international context and you'll make for sure new good friends. At the end of the courses there's a cerimony where everyone can shows the output and also get a certificate. I was in team with a Portugeuse engineer and a Japanese master student, we worked on a project for a pharmacy of Prague. I'm happy to remember the time we spent on it and all the great moments I shared with the participants of the summer school. Thank you ESS! It was definitely an amazing experience.
Jim Pallas
ESS 2019 was a great experience. Not only do you get to meet a of people from a lot of different places but you also come in touch with the exciting Czech culture. The courses provided are very interesting and the organisers are always helpful and welcoming.
Filip Perica
Amazing time with people from all around the world. So many cultures, new friendships and experiences make this Summer School a true deal :) Course was challenging and inspiring pushing me forwards and giving me knowledge I need to use on future projects. Organisation and activities were also amazing. Got to meet Prague and experience it fully in those short 2 weeks. All in all, amazing experience and would recommend anyone putting doubts if they should take it or not. Take it!!
Jakub
I enjoyed time in Prague very much, the city is splendid, people were awesome. Even though I am not a party guy, the program offered me a lot of sightseeing, city tours, I visited museums, parks and everything possible. Two weeks is ideal time for getting to know new people, making new friendships, to learn something and enjoy city. I would recommend joining ESS for everyone.
