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PSC 607S - Comparative Political Economy

(3 units)
Looks at the interaction between economics and politics, and questions whether the intellectual divide between the two has any merit. Explore major factors in comparative political economy, including ideas, interests, and institutions.

Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. define the major theories of comparative political economy.
2. classify different theories by their epistemological and methodological commitments.
3. demonstrate a mastery of these theories as they apply to real-world cases in exams and papers.
4. distinguish between developmental approaches and developmental theories.
5. examine the successes and failures of different political economic systems and strategies.
6. explain the intellectual history of comparative political economy in a written exam.
7. argue for and synthesize theories of comparative political economy in a research paper.


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