SOC 6070 - Graduate Seminar in Globalization and Development

A survey of the current theory, research and debates on globalization and its cultural, economic, political, and social forms. Topics may include conflict and violence, democratization and human rights, ecological change, food systems, political economy, international organizations, and social movements.

Requisites: Graduate Standing
Credit Hours: 4
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 seminar
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:

Students will be able to analyze contemporary global issues employing macro-structural analysis.
Students will be able to apply the major theoretical perspectives on globalization.
Students will be able to critically evaluate contemporary debates regarding globalization.
Students will be able to critically evaluate theoretical foundations regarding globalization.
Students will be able to formulate original research problems in the study of globalization.
Students will be familiar with data available for the study of globalization.