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3.00 Credits
Note: Can be used as a social sciences, humanities or arts and sciences elective; required for INT majors. This course satisfies the study abroad requirement. This introductory course adopts a spatial perspective for understanding global physical and human landscape. Reading assignments and class discussions provide a broad-based overview of world regions as defined by physical geography impact their economic and political realities. Each module introduces themes associated with specific regions (for example: Southwest Asia/ North Africa and the economics of oil; or Europe's simultaneous and competing themes of Supranationalism and Devolution). Coverage of world regions is supported by case studies that reinforce concepts by narrowing the scale of inquiry. The overarching goal of the course is to build a solid basic knowledge of the regions of the world that will, in turn, facilitate successful interaction with individuals both in the United States and aboard. As our basic survey course, INT 100 provides the foundation for all other International Studies courses at Bentley. I
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3.00 Credits
Note: Can be used as a social sciences, behavioral sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective; option for INT majors and minors. This course satisfies the study abroad requirement. Offers an introduction to effective communication between people of different cultures. Helps students develop and clarify their own concept of culture, and see how differences and similarities in this concept affect communication. Students learn to identify cultural assumptions and perceive how differences in assumptions affect cross-cultural communication. Cultural elements of several specific countries are examined, and strategies for effective communication are developed and applied through readings, case studies and experiential exercises. The course also includes guest speakers, films, and small-group discussions. I
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3.00 Credits
Note: Required for INT majors. May also be used as a social sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective. This satisfies the study abroad requirement. Formerly INT 260 Global Issues and Interdependence. Provides students with a broad introduction to international studies. A variety of contemporary international issues is examined to present an overview of the changing nature of the global system. Issues selected may include the role of the nation state, the implications of increased global economic integration, environmental issues and economic development, relations between developed and developing regions, business in the global economy, and the nature of conflict in the post-Cold War global system. Multidisciplinary in nature, the course presents issues in their historical and geographical context, and draws on readings in economics, other social sciences, the humanities and business. Guest speakers and films may supplement assigned reading and classroom discussion. Writing assignments develop research skills and increase knowledge of specific issues, countries and regions in their contemporary international context. C I
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3.00 Credits
Note: Can be used as a social sciences, behavioral sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective; option for INT majors and minors. This course satisfies the study abroad requirement. As the forces of globalization increase the flow of goods, services, capital, people, ideas and images across borders, many social, political and economic consequences have arisen for developing, as well as developed, countries. This course takes an interdisciplinary approach to examining the dynamic interaction of the social and political factors with regional and transnational economic forces in the developing world. More specifically, it discusses the social and political conditions for successes or failures of development as well as the consequences of development and underdevelopment. The United Nations Human Development Index is used to analyze the consequences of global socioeconomic interactions. Students in this course will acquire a deep understanding of the global and socioeconomic interactions measured by HDI and develop skills to analyze the multifaceted impact of globalization on the developing world. I
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3.00 Credits
Note: May be used as an elective for INT majors and minors. May also be used as a social sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective for other students. Introduces students to business and government applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and provides instruction and feedback that facilitate the development of desktop computer mapping skills. Students learn about GIS as a leading information technology industry, then focus upon fundamental interactive mapping operations that address real-world spatial problems. Instruction is provided on the merits and limitations of common international data providers before moving on to geographic data handling, and the ethical use and presentation of spatial data. Concurrent hands-on laboratory exercises develop and reinforce the skills necessary to employ desktop mapping software effectively in the business workplace. Upon completion students will be able to generate high-quality maps to use in reports, presentations, manuscripts, and Internet postings as well as have the ability to use GIS for data analysis, identifying business opportunities, and solving real world problems. I
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore-level standing Note: May be used as an elective for INT majors and minors. May also be used as a social sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective for other students. This course examines the rise of East Asia in world economy and international affairs since World War II. In learning about the transformation of East Asia, we will explore various theoretical models such as modernization theory, neoclassical interpretation, developmental state thesis, as well as cultural and world system approaches. We will also analyze several informative documentaries about the history, culture and political economy of East Asia. This course begins with an introduction to the Asia Pacific region with basic facts and existing theoretical literature. It also discusses the historical interaction between the West and Asian countries. It then focuses on the rise of East Asian economies since 1945. This course ends with some theoretical reflections on the lessons and significance of the East Asian development experience. I
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3.00 Credits
Note: May be used as an elective for INT majors and minors. May also be used as a social sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective for other students. The course will provide both a systematic and regional approach to the geography of Europe. Systematic studies of the complex physical, cultural and economic landscapes of the continent are given, followed by regional and national summaries and case studies. Examines particular contemporary issues of major importance to Europe during the time of the course. Focuses on those aspects of the European scene that help to explain the modern landscapes of the continent, rather than those that are purely theoretical and have little applicability to the real world. Shows how each of the many European nations fits into the larger context. I
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3.00 Credits
Note: May be used as an elective for INT majors and minors. May also be used as a social sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective for other students. Provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of international tourism and hospitality, widely recognized to be the world's largest industry. The semester is organized into five segments: introduction to the principles of tourism, organization of the industry, understanding travel behavior, tourism development, and tourism research and marketing. In preparation for senior positions in the tourism industry, the student gains a broad-based knowledge of the contemporary tourist industry and its economic, social and environmental impact on the world. Special emphasis is placed upon international tourism as a major growth area in the industry. Finally, each student develops research skills by building an expertise on a single international tourist destination and applying to that location the geographical concepts and methods covered in the course. I
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3.00 Credits
In the past quarter of a century, Latin America has experienced many dramatic transformations in the social, economic and political spheres, yet many traditional characteristics of Latin America, suchas pervasive income inequality, persist. This course seeks to provide students with an introduction to contemporary Latin America. Throughout the course we explore the interaction of historical, social, economic and political factors. While the course provides an over view of Latin America generally, it also emphasizes the great degree of variation in the region with regard to issues such as ethnic diversity, level of economic development and political stability. The course will highlight a few countries as case studies. I
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite(s): Junior-level standing Note: May be used as an elective for INT majors and minors. May be used as a social sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective for other students. Surveys the phenomenon of global commerce within a broad interdisciplinary context. Considers the meaning and changing nature of global commerce and examines contemporary trade patterns from a geographic perspective. Reviews the history of global commerce and its impacts, and provides an overview of the development of economic ideas concerning trade and commerce. Examines specific areas of interest such as commerce and culture, the role of government and international organizations, the legal framework of global commerce, selected contemporary issues, and possible future scenarios for trade and commerce. C I
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