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Rules of procedure of the OSCE

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Rules of procedure of the OSCE
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The “Rules of Procedures of the OSCE” module provides insights into the procedural aspects of OSCE decision-making and informal bodies. It aims to assist the delegates from the participating States to understand and apply general and specific rules of procedure for decision-making bodies, including conduct of meetings, participation rules, working languages and official records.
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Programme Overview

The "Rules of Procedures of the OSCE" module has been developed to increase the knowledge of the OSCE participating States (pS), point of contacts in Capitals (POCs) and OSCE Executive Structures about the main principles and provisions guiding the conduct of the OSCE’s decision-making and informal bodies.

The project's overall objective is to support the systemization of knowledge transfer to the delegates and national focal points in the capitals of the pS and verification centers about the rules of procedures of the OSCE.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to us:

CONFLICT PREVENTION CENTRE / FSC SUPPORT UNIT
OFFICE: +43 1 514 36 6262
https://www.osce.org/forum-for-security-cooperation

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the main principles and provisions guiding the conduct of OSCE`s participating States` work, OSCE decision-making and informal bodies, as well as OSCE Partners for Co-operation.
  • Identify the structure and functions of OSCE decision-making bodies, including other related structures and institutions.
  • Understand and apply general and specific rules of procedure for decision-making bodies, including procedural aspects, working languages, official records, conduct of meetings, and participation rules.

Course curriculum

 Rules of Procedures of the OSCE

Consists of the following sections:

  1. Introduction
  2. Structure of the OSCE decision-making bodies
  3. General rules of procedure for decision-making bodies
  4. Specific rules
  5. Rules of procedure for informal bodies
  6. Conferences, seminars, workshops and other meetings
  7. Final Considerations

Donors

Gratitude is extended to Austria, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Poland, Sweden and Switzerland, whose financial contributions supported the development of the "FSC E-learning Programme".

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will this course take?

The course is entirely self-paced, meaning that you can log in to the OSCE E-Learning platform at any time and progress at your own speed to complete modules in no particular order. However, please note that the course may have an end date, so it means you should complete it within the given timeframe.

Why is this course free?

All courses available on the OSCE E-Learning platform are free. We extend our gratitude and thank our organizational donors in Austria, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Poland, Sweden and Switzerland, whose financial contributions supported the "FSC Programme" development.

What language the course is available in?

For now, this course is available in English.

Are there any requirements and prerequisites?

No special skills or knowledge are required for the course. You can start with any chapter or even attempt the certificate assessment.

Can I receive the certificate?

Yes, after completion of the course and if you pass the quizzes - you will receive an official OSCE certificate of achievement or other acknowledgement (a "Certificate").

How does the Certificate assessment work?

There will be several quiz questions covering the course content. In total, you should score 70% or more to get the certificate. Please note:

  • You will get only one attempt per question;
  • Except for Correct/Incorrect - no further feedback is provided.
What if I fail the assessment?

Don't worry - you will get unlimited attempts to re-do the certificate assessment!

Can I learn using my mobile phone?

Yes. The Open edX platform works on desktop and mobile devices with current versions of Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Internet Explorer, or Safari. See our list of supported browsers for the most up-to-date information.

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