The Yegiora Files

 by Bernard Yegiora Strengthening the BA (PNG & International Studies) program requires more than mentoring systems within the four strands. It also requires forging strategic partnerships with organisations whose work aligns directly with the disciplines outlined in our PSD—International Relations, Political Studies, Community Development, and Culture Studies. These partnerships ensure that our units remain relevant, applied, and connected to the nation’s evolving development and governance landscape. Categorization of units in the Program Specification Document For the International Relations strand, government institutions responsible for diplomacy and national security are essential partners. The Department of Foreign Affairs, the Department of Prime Minister & National Executive Council (PM&NEC), and the National Intelligence Organization provide critical exposure to foreign policy formulation and national security coordination. Regionally, organisations such as th...

by Bernard Yegiora The BA (PNG and International Studies) program is anchored in four disciplinary strands—International Relations, Political Studies, Community Development, and Culture Studies. These strands form the academic framework of the program and are clearly articulated in the Program Specification Document (PSD). Each strand carries its own theoretical foundations and methodological expectations, requiring appropriate disciplinary leadership to maintain cohesion and academic integrity. Categorization of units in the Program Specification Document Strengthening the program now demands a structured academic mentorship system embedded within each strand. Strand leadership is not confined to classroom delivery. It involves guiding junior colleagues, protecting disciplinary standards, and sustaining the intellectual direction of the curriculum. This structured approach is essential for quality assurance and long-term program development. The International Relations strand provi...