POLS 2330 Introduction to Globalization
The world has experienced distinctive economic, political, social, and cultural changes associated with globalization in recent decades. To some, globalization means progress and equal integration of societies. To others it means uneven economic development and perpetual dependence of "peripheral" on "core" societies. This class will examine the major theoretical discourses raised by these ideas, such as (1) the changes in the international economy and their effects on domestic political, economic, and social life, (2) the effects of globalization on wages and inequality, on social safety nets, on production, and innovation, (3) its effects on democracy, and (4) how does it affect the relations between development and developing countries. We will also devote our attention to examining issues related to immigration policy and the use of foreign military intervention for humanitarian purposes.
Prerequisite
POLS 2305 or POLS 2385 or POLS 2301 or POLS 2313.