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  • INT 312: International Organizations

    3.00 Credits
    Bentley University

    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. This course examines international law and international organizations and the rules and laws governing them in the global society today. The nature of international norms, their influence on the behavior of states and the law applicable to contemporary global political and economic issues are studied. With the increasing interdependence of states and the globalization of the world economy and commerce new international institutions are developing. The course will study the historical development, the contemporary operation, and the contributions of organizations such as the United Nations, European Union and the World Trade Organization to the range of global issues including war-peace questions, global commerce, human rights and the environment. I
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  • INT 320: Case Studies in Transforming Economies of Europe

    3.00 Credits
    Bentley University

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor Note: May be used as an elective for INT majors and minors or as a social sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective for other students. May be taken multiple times for credit. Examines issues and problems confronting national economies which were formerly part of the Soviet Union's centralized economic system (including Central and Eastern Europe) as they now attempt to develop domestic markets and market-oriented institutions and reintegrate themselves into the world market economy. The specific orientation of this course will change from year to year as this rapidly changing process continues to unfold. The course may include a study tour of a single nation within the region. Although course material will be drawn from many nations in the region, one nation will be chosen as the primary focus of attention for this course to provide a detailed study of the process. I
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  • INT 322: Case Studies in Culture and Commerce of Africa

    3.00 Credits
    Bentley University

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor as this is a Study Tour course. The course is open to students at any level. Note: May be used as an elective for INT majors and minors, or as a social sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective for other students. May be taken multiple times for credit if regions are different. The course introduces students to the history and culture of South Africa as they relate to economic development and business practices. A former Bentley student from South Africa serves as the local program coordinator. Students visit governmental and nongovernmental agencies engaged in business development and meet with local business leaders. Topics covered include women in development, US/South Africa commercial relations, the impact of social issues, such as HIV/AIDS, South Africa's economic role in the continent and others. Students visit the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, Coca Cola, a gold mining company as well as cultural sites. The travel portion takes place over spring break. Prospective students are urged to contact Prof. Crofts early in the fall semester. I
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  • INT 360: Senior Seminar

    3.00 Credits
    Bentley University

    Prerequisite(s): Senior-level standing and permission of the instructor Note: Can be used as a social sciences, behavioral sciences, humanities or unrestricted elective. Required for majors and minors in international studies. Focuses on several topics of current global significance. The emphasis is on issues that are rooted in specific geographies and economies but are also affected by the changing world situation. The issues chosen may change from semester to semester. A selective, in-depth approach is taken to examine in an international context topics and cases that are of cultural, political, business or economic significance. Based on their background and interests, students will propose, develop and present their own research project or case. The course is designed to encourage students to contribute and synthesize concepts and ideas gained from previous courses, and to develop more depth and sophistication in applying their ideas and skills in analyzing contemporary global issues. I
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  • INT 401: Directed Study in International Culture and Economy

    3.00 Credits
    Bentley University

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor Allows superior students to pursue independent study in a specialized topic under the guidance of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit.
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  • INT 402: Special Topics

    3.00 Credits
    Bentley University

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor 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. Studies the French cultural mindset: how the French perceive themselves and their place in the world around them. Presents this French mindset, or the French collective unconscious, and its metamorphoses through the parallel study of the culture of social upheaval from the Revolution of 1789 to 1968 and the treatment of the particularly rich heritage of monuments that this period has left. These monuments are the locus of change, the impetus of change or the representation of change by the culture. One cannot study the French mindset without referring to these loci or remembrances of change; incorporating art and architecture.
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  • INT 421: Internship in International Studies

    3.00 Credits
    Bentley University

    Prerequisite(s): Junior-level standing, 3.0 grade point average and permission of the INT internship coordinator Allows students to apply in business, government or the nonprofit sector knowledge gained in their academic program. The on-the-job experience, in turn, helps students to clarify their interests and career goals. A final paper based on the internship activities helps students to integrate classroom knowledge with real-world experience. In addition to producing a final paper, students are required to attend pre-internship workshops at the Center for Career Services and to meet regularly with a faculty adviser.
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  • IT 101: Information Technology and Computer System Concepts

    3.00 Credits
    Bentley University

    Provides a comprehensive and current introduction to information technology in general and computer system concepts and personal computers in particular. Focuses on the role and underlying concepts of computer technology in the information age. Personal, organizational and social implications of information technology are explored. Problem-solving skills using Microsoft Office software and the World Wide Web are also developed. The World Wide Web will be extensively used as the platform for conceptual understanding
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  • LA 101: Law and Society

    3.00 Credits
    Bentley University

    Introduces the subject of law and the social order; illustrates how changes in our laws reflect changes in society. Includes treatment of the basis and theory of the legal order and legal institutions. Uses lecture, case and class discussion method as well as the legal approach in solving contemporary social problems. Discusses and debates such issues as privacy rights, sexual harassment, DNA testing, pornography, drug use testing, right-to-die legislation, and abortion. Students will identify legal and ethical issues as they relate to the topics discussed. Alternative social arrangements will be proposed within our constitutional framework.
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  • LA 103: Consumer Law

    3.00 Credits
    Bentley University

    Acquaints the student with current federal and state consumer protection statutes. Deals with individual consumer grievances by discussing false and misleading advertising and the legal effect of written and implied warranties. Addresses the unfair treatment of minors and incompetent consumers. Examines the legal impact of insurance practices as it pertains to health care and property protection of consumers. Focuses on the law pertaining to current consumer credit problems such as credit card liability, unfair credit billing practices as well as illegal debt collection methods used by creditors. Highlights bankruptcy laws, particularly consumer debt adjustment programs. Covers legal remedies available to consumers through case and class discussion.
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