Political Science 1401: World Politics

Basic concepts, ideas, and theories in international relations and in-depth analysis of current international affairs
Political Science 1401: World Politics is being offered as part of the GenEdWeb project at the University of Minnesota, Morris. By taking this course, you are fulfilling a General Education Requirement at UMM.

Instructor: Seung-Ho Joo, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Minnesota, Morris

Course Description: Modern and contemporary international systems from the 17th century to the present. The basic concepts and issues in international relations such as national power, national interests, the balance of power, foreign policy formulation, international conflict and cooperation, interdependence, international law, and the new world order.

Fulfills UMM General Education Requirement: category IP (International Perspective)

Tools you will need for this course:

• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Microsoft Word
• PowerPoint Viewer
• Real Player
• WebVista Browser Set-up
• WebVista Student Orientation