POSC 360 - Crisis Mgmt in Complex Emerg

Institution:

Duquesne University

Subject:

POSC - Political Science

Description:

This course considers crisis management in theory and practice, drawing from the period since World War II. Theories of crisis prevention, escalation, management, de-escalation, termination, and post-crisis management will be covered. In addition, alternative decision-making theories, structures and processes, the nature of crisis bargaining and negotiation and the role of third parties will be addressed. Special attention will be paid to the role of military force to post-Cold War crisis scenarios. The course will include case studies and a simulation designed to provide context to the study of crisis management. Cross-listed with International Relations.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.duq.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 396-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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