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POS 335: Politics in Western Euro p e
3.00 Credits
University of Southern Maine
This course examines political processes and governmental structures in the nations of Western Europe. It focuses especially on Great Britain, France, and Germany. Among the topics covered are: political parties, elections, voting systems, interest groups, legislative-executive relations, constitutional principles, political elites, leadership behavior, and bureaucracies. Prerequisite: POS 101J or permission of the instructor. Cr 3.
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POS 336: Government and Politics of Russia
3.00 Credits
University of Southern Maine
An introduction to Russia in the Soviet and post- Soviet periods. The course proceeds from a description of the classic Leninist model to the emergence of the new political institutions that began to develop in the Gorbachev era, with an analysis of the economic changes, the ethnic revolution, and the social impacts of the post-Leninist era. Cr 3.
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POS 340: The Politics of Developing Nations
3.00 Credits
University of Southern Maine
An examination of the thrust towards modernization in the Third World. Economic development, relationships with the world community, the role of the military, and various theories about the nature of the relationship between the Third World and the Communist and non-Communist industrial worlds are considered. Prerequisite: POS 104J or permission of the instructor. Cr 3.
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POS 342: Government and Politics of the Middle East
3.00 Credits
University of Southern Maine
This course is designed to examine the political dynamics of the Arab countries of the Middle East and Israel. It will examine the social, ecological, historical- cultural, and political-ideological forces influencing political institutions and behavior in Egypt, Iraq, Syria, Israel, Jordan, and Lebanon. Cr 3.
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POS 345: British Politics
3.00 Credits
University of Southern Maine
Asurvey of the contemporary constitution of Great Britain, the workings of Parliament, the government, and the parties. Principal stress is on the main issues current in British politics. Prerequisite: POS 101J or permission of the instructor. Cr 3.
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POS 347: The Politics of China
3.00 Credits
University of Southern Maine
An introduction to the government of the People's Republic of China, 1949-present. Principal topics include: historical and cultural antecedents, Maoism, party and state institutions, socialization and communications, political participation, policy formation and implementation, and change over time. Cr 3.
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POS 349: The Middle East in International Politics
3.00 Credits
University of Southern Maine
The crucial issues of international politics-war, revolution, superpower intervention, economic development and terrorism-converge in the Middle East on a regional basis. This course will examine the nature of Mideast regional politics and the foreign policies of the major constituents of the area. The purpose will be to secure an understanding of the conflict between Arab and Israeli worlds, the foundations of tension among the Arab states themselves, and the role played by the superpowers in stabilizing or disrupting the uneasy relationships of the region. Prerequisite: POS 104J or permission of the instructor. Cr 3.
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POS 360: Terrorism and the American Public
3.00 Credits
University of Southern Maine
An exploration of the phenomenon of modern terrorism. The course defines terrorism, considers the motivations of terrorists, reviews the dangers associated with terrorist access to weapons of mass destruction, considers policy proposals that might be taken to reduce the likelihood of terrorism, and investigates the trade-off between liberty and security. Cr 3.
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POS 361: Public A d m i n i s t r a t i o n
3.00 Credits
University of Southern Maine
An examination of national, state, and local bureaucracies, including their processes of decision making, communications, leadership, internal and external political relationships. A continuing question will be, "How can those institutions be made responsive to the public?" Prerequisite: POS 101J or permission of the instructor. Cr 3.
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POS 362: Budgets and Politics
3.00 Credits
University of Southern Maine
Acomparative examination of the budgetary processes of municipalities, states, and nations. The budget is the critical point at which goals intersect with resources. Students who complete the course will have a working understanding of various budgeting techniques (such as PPBS, zero-based budgeting, and incremental budgeting) as well as an appreciation of their effectiveness, their impact on expenditures, and their political consequences. Prerequisite: POS 101J or permission of the instructor. Cr 3.
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