POS 351 International Organizations and Global Politics

Utilizing both theoretical works and the real experiences of international diplomatic actors, this course will explore the origins, role, and evolution of international organizations since their inception in ancient times to their current manifestations and operations.In addition to an examination of the League of Nations, the United Nations system and the European Union, students will explore other international and regional organizations such as the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), the Arab League, the Organization of American States (OAS), and the still-evolving Asian Pacific Economic Forum. Fulfills writing-intensive requirement. Prerequisite: POS 171 (IR)

Credits

4