This book opens the black box of policymaking. It is the perfect textbook for undergraduates and master’s level students who envision themselves as future policymakers. It covers how policies get made, the difficult trade-offs and complexity involved, while including a global perspective throughout.

This book analyzes the most influential international organizations, including the United Nations, World Bank, International Monetary Fund, the World Trade Organization, and the European Union, and the key role they play in global governance.