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PSC 407S - Comparative Political Economy

(3 units) CO11
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.

Prerequisite(s):  CH 201  or CH 202  or CH 203  or CH 212 ENG 102 ; PSC 211  or PSC 231 ; Junior or Senior standing.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

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.


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