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Course Description
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Course Name
Theories of Globalization
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Host University
Anglo-American University
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Location
Prague, Czech Republic
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Area of Study
International Relations
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Language Level
Taught In English
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course Description
This course is designed in a way that will enable the student to master the content of Theories of Globalization and critically assess it through a comprehensive theoretical toolkit. The course accommodates positivist and post-positivist approaches equally and is suitable for master’s students having basic knowledge of international politics and economy.
The course provides a broad understanding of what is globalization, how economic globalization is both a source of improving human lives and misery in the 21st century and the ways, patterns, and changes of mobility in the world with their impacts. It looks at and critically examines the processes of globalization in the world through various case studies and by including works of classical, modern, and contemporary scholars.
From economic interdependence, crises to rising economic inequality and from political interconnectedness to climate change, the course offers in-depth analyses of the most compelling issues that humans face globally by employing various mainstream and critical theories.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
• fully comprehend the content of theories and processes of globalization.
• understand and efficiently utilize various theoretical approaches with the help of concrete case studies.
• enhance critical thinking
• refine their research/ academic writing skills
• interpret and analyze relevant data
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits are converted to semester credits/quarter units differently among U.S. universities. Students should confirm the conversion scale used at their home university when determining credit transfer.