POL-1060 - International Relations* (3)

Prerequisite: RDG 0800
This course is an introduction to the principles of legal, political, economic, and social relations among nations. Students study the pursuit of power and conflicting national interests in historical context, and evaluate the success of international systems. Students examine the major theories in the study of international relations, identify key figures and organizations, and analyze critical global issues, including globalization, trade, security, war and peace, gender, and environmental concerns. This course satisfies the General Education Social/Behavioral Science requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.