POL 250 - Introduction to International Relations

This is the introductory course in International Relations. It uses both historical and current examples to further theoretical understanding as well as the various methodological tools found within social science. The goal is to survey the basic components of International Relations and to understand the nature of international society and the forces affecting relationships between states and social actors. As such, the course will include such topics as: 1) the basic paradigms/approaches of IR; 2) levels of analysis; 3) the causes of war; 4) factors impacting levels of international trade, finance, and investment; 5) factors influencing foreign policy decision-making; 6) the role of non-state actors; and 7) additional current topics.

Credit(s): 3
Course Attribute(s):

Social Perspectives and Intercultural Interconnecting Perspectives course for the Dialogues.

Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR POSC 201 - International Relations

(For additional information: https://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)