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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits A course examining general theories of how, when, and why revolutions occur. These theories are tested against various revolutions that have occurred since the 17th century in Europe, America, and Asia. (This course is cross-listed as HIS 3367. Students may receive credit for either POL 3367 or HIS 3367, not both.) Prerequisite: POL 2260; HIS 1002, 1003, or 1004; or departmental permission.
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3 hours; 3 credits This course examines the public policy process and policy outcomes in the urban context. Current social science approaches, including games and simulation, may be employed to elucidate the policy process (formulation, initiation, implementation, and evaluation). The policy areas examined are drawn from the following: urban crime and justice, welfare and equality, housing, education, transportation, and the federal role in urban policy. Case studies are drawn from a variety of urban areas. Prerequisite: POL 1101, 2220, 2321, 2353, or 3323; ECO 2500; HIS 3472 or 3551; SOC 3051; or depart - mental permission.
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3 hours; 3 credits This course will expose students to important American intellectual movements from the Puritans to contemporary political, social, and cultural commentators. The focus of the topics may shift but will certainly include these important cultural and political issues: relations between the individual and the state, debates over economic and social systems, discussions of religion and science, and various ideological positions in American society. (This course is equivalent to HIS 3456. Students may receive credit for either POL 3456 or HIS 3456, not both. These courses may not substitute for each other in the F grade replacement policy.) Prerequisites: ENG 2150 or equivalent and one course in history, preferably HIS 1000 or 1005.
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3 hours; 3 credits An introductory course in political data analysis. Students work with data made available through the Inter-University Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR) in conjunction with an appropriate computer package. Examples are drawn from such areas as election studies, public opinion, political socialization, and political behavior. Prerequisite: ENG 2100 or equivalent.
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3 hours; 3 credits This course is designed to explore the dynamics of British colonialism and the making of the contemporary Indian nation-state (17th to 21st century). It will examine the role of the entrepreneurs of the English East India Company in pioneering the building of an empire and the numerous strategies and institutions that sustained British power in the subcontinent for more than two centuries. The profound transformation of the economy and society and forms of collaboration and resistance generated by the British Raj will be charted, along with the formation of Hindu and Muslim political identities and the eventual emergence of India as a modern democracy and Pakistan as an Islamic dictatorship. The readings for this course include original sources and interpretive writings by Indian and Western scholars, novels, and films. (The course is cross-listed as HIS 3842. Students may receive credit for either POL 3842 or HIS 3842, not both.) Prerequisites: One course in political science or history and ENG 2150 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits Topics vary from semester to semester. Prerequisites: ENG 2100 or equivalent and other courses as appropriate.
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3 hours; 3 credits This course is designed to enable students to develop a sophisticated understanding of the concepts and theories employed in political science. The seminar combines extensive reading, in-depth research, oral student presentations, and intensive class discussion. Topics will be drawn from one of the following areas: American politics, urban politics, political theory, public policy, comparative politics, or international politics. Students will prepare class presentations and a substantial research paper as part of the course requirements. This course satisfies the capstone requirement of the Baruch common core curriculum. Prerequisites: Two courses in political science at the 3000 level.
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3.00 Credits
Hours and credits to be arranged Students interested in this course should see a department advisor.
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3.00 Credits
3 hours; 3 credits The student interested in a government or a political career is afforded the opportunity to work under supervision in a public agency or political institution. The course is designed primarily to bridge the gap between the classroom and actual employment. Each student serves as an intern in a federal, state, or municipal agency appropriate to his or her major field of study. (May be repeated once for credit as an outside elective. Before registering, students must obtain the permission of the specialization advisor and the faculty member in charge of placement. [ This course is cross-listed as PAF 5452. Students may receive credit for either POL 5452 or PAF 5452, not both. In order to receive credit for PAF 5452, students must fulfill that program's prerequisites.]) Prerequisites: POL 1101 and one of the following: POL 2220, 2321, 3312, 3323, or 3422; ECO 2500; HIS 3472 or 3551; SOC 3051; or departmental permission.
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3.00 Credits
Hours and credits to be arranged Students interested in this course should see a department advisor.
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