Comparative Politics 327 - Politics of Development and U nderdevelopment

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St Lawrence University

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This course focuses on three questions: Why have a small number of Western countries and Japan emerged as wealthy, industrial societies, while the great majority of countries have not? How have some third-world countries managed to achieve rapid economic development, while others have experienced stagnation or even negative growth in recent decades? The main focus is a comparison between several East Asian and African countries. Third, how has the process of globalization affected countries' chances for development? Prerequisites: Government 105 or 108 and junior or senior standing. Also offered through Global Studies.

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4.00

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Lecture

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www.stlawu.edu

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(315) 229-5011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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