Political Science 338 - Globalization

Institution:

Hiram College

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Description:

The world is changing at an unprecedented rate. Much of the changes and evolution is due to globalization. This course attempts to introduce students to the development of globalization and the complex processes, which involves the interplay of many aspects of economics, technology, politics and financial sectors in the present day world. These issues will be discussed in connection with Global North (Rich Industrialized Democratic Countries) and the Global South (Less Developed Countries). Such topics as the role of information-technology (through increasing contact and communication), transfer of technology, integration of economy and state, and outsourcing of production process, and terrorism are examples among many others that would be presented to the students.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HIRAM.EDU

Phone Number:

(330) 569-3211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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