Introduction to Human Rights
Learn essential concepts and tools for human rights enforcement in international and Colombian systems. Ideal for beginners exploring human rights evolution.
Learn essential concepts and tools for human rights enforcement in international and Colombian systems. Ideal for beginners exploring human rights evolution.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Human Rights in the 21st Century: A Bet for Everyone Professional Certificate program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Know the origin and development of human rights
Understand the main international human rights standards and their impact at the local level
Identify the international obligations of States in the area of human rights
Identify the elements associated with international foreign investment law and its relationship with human rights
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
24 Hours PreRecorded video
Graded assignments and exams
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Limited Access access
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course provides an introduction to human rights concepts and protection mechanisms. Students will explore the historical evolution of human rights from their origins to modern implementations, focusing on both international and Colombian regulatory frameworks. The course examines universal protection systems, regional structures like the Inter-American Human Rights System, and their practical implications for states and businesses. Through a combination of theoretical content and practical exercises, participants will understand how international treaties and standards affect domestic law. The curriculum also covers the relationship between human rights and sustainable development goals, as well as the intersection of human rights with international foreign investment law, including conflict resolution mechanisms. With its practical approach, the course prepares students to understand human rights enforcement across different contexts.
History and evolution of human rights
Module 1
Universal System for the Protection of Human Rights
Module 2
Sustainable Development Goals and Human Rights
Module 3
International Law of Foreign Investment
Module 4
Fee Structure
Payment options
Financial Aid
Instructor
2 Courses
Associate Professor at Universidad del Rosario, Expert in International Law and Human Rights
Enrique Prieto-Rios is an Associate Professor at the Universidad del Rosario's Faculty of Law, where he directs both the International Law Research Group and the Faculty's research initiatives. His expertise spans international law, human rights, international economic law, and business and human rights. He serves as a Commissioner on the Advisory Commission on Human Rights and Peace, contributing to Colombia’s post-conflict transition. Enrique has also been a consultant for international organizations and public entities on human rights and humanitarian law. He has held visiting fellowships and teaching positions at prestigious institutions, including the University of York, University of Warwick, Birkbeck-University of London, and Universidad de los Andes.
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