Politics and Economics Department | Majors,
Minors
Lower Division Courses |
Upper Division Courses
An examination of the principles of American constitutional law concerning allocation of powers through the study of Supreme Court decisions, the role of the judicial branch and judicial review, separation of powers, congressional and presidential powers and federalism. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
An examination of the principles of American constitutional law concerning civil liberties and civil rights through the study of Supreme Court decisions: due process, rights of the accused, equal protection, freedom of expression and freedom of religion. (CULTURAL DIVERSITY or SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Spring. An examination of the characteristics of underdeveloped nations, what factors contribute to their relative poverty, particular development problems they face, and policies for alleviating these problems. (CULTURAL DIVERSITY or SOCIAL SCIENCES)
An examination of the legislative process within the United States with special emphasis on the unique characteristics of the U. S. Congress and the Idaho State Legislature. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
The course will concentrate on the institution of the presidency and how it interacts with other entities and the formal and informal powers available to the president. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Prereq.: POE 300 or 301 or permission. A study of politics, personalities, and institutional norms of the Supreme Court, primarily through role playing and intensive research, writing, and oral argument. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Winter. This course will examine the arguments made by both proponents and opponents of the constitution and determine their applicability to current political debates. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Spring. Alt. years. An examination of macroeconomic policy in the United States from the perspective of the policy process. The course will include study of the Federal Reserve Board, the budget making process of the Congress and executive branches, and macroeconomic theories. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Fall. An evaluation of economies from an historical, evolutionary perspective. Emphasis is given to the evolution of the 19th century laissez faire market economy and the 20th century variations, which have evolved in countries such as France and Japan. (CULTURAL DIVERSITY or SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Fall. This course will focus on the conceptual foundations of policy analysis as they relate to the area of environmental policy. Students will focus on both substantive environmental policies and methods for analyzing those policies. Special emphasis will be made on economic techniques of policy analysis. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Winter. The study of ethical issues and practical politics through movies and documentary films. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
A study of selected works of ancient, medieval, modern or contemporary political philosophy. Topics will vary from year to year. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
An examination of the common and unique problems facing countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. Identifies the strategies used by governments to improve economic conditions and consolidate political processes. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
A study of political and economic change in the People’s Republic of China since 1949. The themes of revolution, reform, growth and stability are explored through an examination of changing state policies and their political, economic, and social effects. (SOCIAL SCIENCES or CULTURAL DIVERSITY)
An interdisciplinary examination of the world's first nonwestern industrial superpower. Explores themes of democracy, economic nationalism, cultural homogeneity, and Japan's relations with Asian neighbors and the United States. (CULTURAL DIVERSITY or SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Winter. An examination of the People's Republic of China as an emerging power in the world. Readings and discussion will concentrate on Chinese foreign policy from the Mao period to the present. China's relations with Taiwan, Japan, the United States and other countries and multilateral institutions will be explored. (CULTURAL DIVERSITY or SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Spring. Alt. years. Prereq.: POE 263. A review of the principles of international trade, the institutions that govern trade, the economic and political aspects of economic integration, and the impact of trade on the development of nations. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Winter. An analysis of the distinction between public and private economic issues. A detailed discussion of the appropriateness of governmental intervention in the economy. Emphasis will be placed on discussion of readings and group assignments. (SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Fall. An exploration of how politics and economics intersect in the global arena. Considers key institutions and the role of state and transnational actors in facilitating and undermining economic and political development. Examines the rise of globalization including its empirical and moral dimensions. (CULTURAL DIVERSITY and SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Spring. This course is designed to facilitate student participation in National Model United Nations (NMUN) conference each spring. The NMUN is held in New York City and part of the conference takes place at the United Nations itself. Students will prepare to represent Albertson College at the conference. Course content will be based on the country assignment for the NMUN conference. May be repeated for credit. Only three credits of POE 199 (Model United Nations I) and POE 399 will count toward a major in the POE department. (CULTURAL DIVERSITY AND SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Prereq.: POE 299, junior standing and permission. Students will research, write and present a scholarly paper on the topic of their choosing. The Department must approve the topic. (INDEPENDENT WORK)
Prereq.: completion of the Introductory Core for either the Politics and Economics Major or the International Political Economy Major or permission. A research paper for students pursuing a major or minor in Politics and Economics or International Political Economy. See independent study guidelines. (INDEPENDENT WORK)
Prereq.: completion of the Introductory Core for either the Politics and Economics Major or the International Political Economy Major or permission. A supervised internship designed to provide practical experience in the field of Politics and Economics or International Political Economy. Periodic reports and papers may be required. See independent study guidelines. (INDEPENDENT WORK)
Advanced study in political/economic theory involving intensive reading, writing, and discussion. (SOCIAL SCIENCES and INDEPENDENT WORK)
A reflective survey of international political economy. The ideas and theories of classic and modern thinkers in the field will provide a springboard for student discussion, research and writing. (CULTURAL DIVERSITY and SOCIAL SCIENCES (3 credits) and INDEPENDENT WORK).