PSGL 6001 - Power and Social Systems

Institution:

Hawaii Pacific University

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Description:

This course will focus on the relations between stakeholders' interests, conflict, and power in large organizations and other human social systems. Power models and dynamics in the cultures of nations, communities, corporations, and small groups will be examined. Creative problem solving and reconciliation approaches are presented as means for effective and sustainable social transformation. A written critical analysis of existing power relationships in the social system of the students' choice will be required. Cases, exercises, group discussions are used throughout the course. Pre: Graduate standing.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hpu.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 544-0200

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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