Is globalization over? Are we witnessing a resurgence of protectionist economic policies with looming trade wars? Will China take over the world economy? Finding answers to these questions requires an investigation of how politics and economics intersect and work together on a global scale. This course analyzes how international economic structures operate and seeks to demystify the distribution of global power and wealth. We will focus on the complex relationships among states, business groups, international organizations, and civil society in the making of the international political economy.

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 25

Prerequisites: POL3 221 or permission of the instructor.

Distribution Requirements: SBA - Social and Behavioral Analysis

Typical Periods Offered: Fall

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Fall; Not Offered; Spring