Political Science 359 - International Political Econ
Spring
2014
01
4.00
Bryan Coutain
TU TH 9:30AM 10:45AM
UMass Amherst
58508
This course provides a thorough introduction to international political economy (IPE): the study of the dynamic interplay between international economics and politics. The course first reviews different theoretical approaches to analyzing and explaining governance in the contemporary international system and the basis for world order. It then covers a wide variety of contemporary issue areas in international political economy, including the politics of international trade, development, and international financial regulation. Satisfies the Integrative Experience requirement for BA-PolSci majors.
Open to Senior & Junior POLISCI primary majors. 10 seats for SR Polisci primary
15 seats for JR Polisci primary
15 seats for JR Polisci primary