PSCI 3010 - Introduction to World Politics

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Johnson & Wales University-North Miami

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This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of world politics. Analytical tools and philosophical doctrine are first discussed to lay a foundation for understanding the driving forces in international relations. The chronic nature of war and ceaseless search for peace are discussed next, with special emphasis on 20th century history. Next examined are the theory and practice of economic relations among advanced industrial economies, and the pace of development in the third world, or the "South." Specialproblems posed by multiethnic and multinational diversity within nations are an important theme of the course. Other possible topics, time allowing, include different historical and possible future systems of international relations; imperialism; cold war politics; national security theory, including deterrence, and the success of international political and monetary organizations. Prerequisite: Sophomore status. (WI) Quarter Credit Hours 4.5

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jwu.edu

Phone Number:

(305) 892-7000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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