Course Description
Examination of the foundations of policy formation, policy-making, and implementation. How political, economic, and social forces affect key areas of national and international policy, e.g., foreign and security policy, trade and development policy, etc. Also examined are how individuals, groups, and governmental bodies participate in these processes.
Athena Title
FOUNDNS INTL POLICY
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Students will understand the concepts and practices of policy formation and implementation in international affairs. Students will be able to identify the role key actors and institutions play at each stage of the policy making process.
Topical Outline
1) Definitions of Public Policy in International Affairs 2) Global Policy 3) Regional Policy 4) Comparative Domestic Policy 5) Agenda Setting 6) Policy Formation 7) Policy Implementation 8) National and International Institutions 9) Domestic Parties and Interest Groups 10) NGOs
Syllabus
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