INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

This is an introductory course for the study of international relations. Students will study foreign affairs and global issues among states within the international system, including the roles of states, inter-governmental organizations (IGOs), non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and multinational corporations (MNCs). Through the course, students will master the terminology and concepts crucial to an understanding of international relations. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Political Science

Upon completion of the course, students should be able to: - Explain the major theories of international relations - Describe the major similarities and differences between the major IR theories - Understand the historical evolution of IR theory over time - Apply theoretical frameworks to understanding practical international relations issues - Assess the behavior of actors in international politics

A more detailed, updated, and colorful version of the syllabus will be available on CTL in the first week of the semester. Tentatively speaking, all lectures/presentations will take place in class/face-to-face. * All tentative and subject to change. - Quiz 1: 10 percent of the total grade. - Quiz 2: 10 percent of the total grade. - Presentation: 10 percent of the total grade. - Class Participation/Attendance: 10 percent of the total grade. - Midterm Exam: 30 percent of the total grade. It will be comprised of a set of identifications/short answer questions, and one essay question. - Final Exam: 30 percent of the total grade. The final exam is cumulative, and it will be comprised of a set of identifications/short answer questions, and one essay question.