17 440 - Global Governance

Institution:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Subject:

Description:

Research seminar explores the concept of governance at the international level, including the design and function of international institutions and organizations, the role of international law, the rise of transnational actors, and the relationship between domestic politics and international cooperation. Readings also include empirical studies of cooperation in a variety of issue areas, including the environment, human rights, economic affairs, and security.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prereq: Permission of instructor

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

web.mit.edu/student/

Phone Number:

(617) 253-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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