COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Students enroll in one course as their daily major and select two afternoon elective courses. Additional courses may become available. Students will be notified of any additional course offerings along with a list of high-demand language options each spring.
International Relations and 21st Century Politics
Familiarize yourself with major trends in political, economic and cultural relations within the international system of the 21st century in this introductory course. Lectures help students define the role world powers, international organizations (UN, World Bank, IMF) and NGO-s play in a variety of hot-button topics including nuclear non-proliferation, terrorism, and conflict-resolution. Students will use conceptual knowledge gained during in-class discussions to participate in crisis and negotiation simulation.
International Business and Finance
This course will introduce the students to the fundamental relationships and important players on the global economic and financial arena. Course topics include global markets, multi-national corporations, banks, industry leaders, investors and decision-makers. The course will use simulations, case studies and real-life examples to analyze the current international economic environment.
US National Security
The events of September 11 shocked the consciousness of the American people and brought about profound changes in the domestic and foreign policy of the United States. This course covers new challenges to the security of the United States, such as terrorism, regional instability, and nuclear non-proliferation. Discussions on “soft security” areas, such as climate change, the environment and the world population problem are also addressed.
Environmental Studies
Take on contemporary issues related to global climate change in this exciting and informative course in environmental studies. Coursework will examine environmental problems in a broader context of international politics and U.S. interests. Key topics include global warming and climate change, sustainable development, green energy, biodiversity and conservation.
