Organizational Theory & Behavior
3
Problems in American Diplomacy 3 Growth and development of American foreign relation from the Revolution to the present. Analysis of the conduct of foreign relations, its objectives and limitations. Cross-listed: HIST 405. 3 The mechanical rules, procedures and customs in the making of laws in American government. When Offered:Alternate years. Legislation International Organizations & Political Economy 3 An overview of historical developments and current trends in international cooperation. Emphasis on League of Nations and United Nations history, structure, functions and assessment. A survey of current trends in global trade, development, international regulation and dispute resolution, NGO’s and informal networks influencing the global political economy. When Offered: Alternate years.
POSC 304
POSC 405
Key concepts central to organizing and changing public agencies to meet public social needs. Review of theories, managerial approaches and methodologies in public administrators. 3 The elements and theories of states, citizenship, political parties and representation as illustrated in various political systems. Special emphasis on current elections, political movements and challenges to the political order. When Offered: Alternate years. Notes: Fee: $12. Comparative Government Public Policy 3 An analysis of public policy process and the political context of its formation. Systematic review of the diverse financial systems in making and implementing public policy.
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POSC 406
POSC 305
POSC 407
POSC 306
International Relations
3
American Constitutional Law
3
POSC 307
POSC 410
A survey of national-state system; forces affecting international relations; sources of conflict in world politics, and their solution by power politics and international cooperation. An historical view of theoretical frameworks and diplomatic history along with a survey of contemporary topics including: globalization, state-building, public diplomacy and engagement in issues of religious and political freedom and human rights. Notes: Fee: $12. 1 The organization and function of student government at the university level; parliamentary procedure, committee work and similarity to state and national legislative government. Notes: May be repeated for a maximum of four units. (Limited to Biola Associated Students Council and Senate members. Students working for A.S. for an hourly wage may not enroll.) Student Government Practicum The American Presidency 3 Historical development of the office of the presidency; formal and informal powers of the president in executive, legislative, judicial, military, diplomatic and political areas. Studies in contemporary and historic presidential biography and critical issues. Prerequisite: 225. Cross-listed: HIST 320. 3 A study of selected works of ancient and medieval political philosophy. Emphasis on such writers as Plato, Aristotle, Hebrew Scripture, Early Church Fathers and Augustine. Careful Political Philosophy – Ancient reading in primary sources, class discussion and written interpretation. Prerequisites: HIST 107, 207 or POSC 225. Cross-listed: HIST 350. Political Philosophy – Modern 3 A study of selected works of Renaissance and modern political philosophy. Emphasis on such writers as Aquinas, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Kant, Nietzsche and others. Careful reading in primary sources, class discussion and written interpretation. Prerequisites: HIST 107, 207 or POSC 225. Economic History of the United States 3 Growth and development of the American economy from the Colonial period to contemporary times. Emphasis on such dynamic factors as political, social, legal, technological and international developments affecting changes in agriculture, transportation, communication, commerce, industry and finance. Cross-listed: HIST 360.
An examination of the principles of the American Constitutional system looking primarily at U.S. Supreme Court decisions and the historical development of Constitutional Law. Attention also given to the judicial branch and its role in American government and politics, particularly its continuing interpretation of the U.S. Constitution as the framework for American democracy. Cross-listed: HIST 410.
Integration Seminar
3
POSC 465
Issues in the contemporary world addressed from an interdisciplinary social science and biblical perspective. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
POSC 310
Political Science Research & Writing 3 Research and writing for Political Science majors (Political Science or Public Administration concentration). In-depth research of original sources and/or empirical studies, culminating in the development of a research paper. Special studies in public administration for majors utilizing the techniques of problem solving, research and effective communication and writing. Prerequisite: Juniors and seniors. Studies in Political Science 1-8 Specialized study in political science in such areas as American government, the U.S. Constitution, legislation, state and local government, foreign affairs, international relations, the Arab- Israel conflict, political theory, comparative governments, the American presidency, the citizen and the law, political parties, law and public administration. Notes: May be repeated with different section title for a maximum of eight units. 3 Function of law in protecting the public’s interest in preserving the environment. Environmental laws, administrative action, freedom of information, air and water quality, noise pollution, solid waste, pesticides, land use, zoning, energy and agency decision making. Prerequisite: Business 361. Junior or senior standing. Public Law
POSC 470
POSC 320
POSC 480
POSC 350
POSC 485
POSC 351
Personnel & Human Resources Management Government personnel systems, merit concepts, classification, compensation, training, examinations, organizations, labor relations and collective bargaining. Prerequisites: 225, 301, 485.
3
POSC 360
POSC 486
Internship & Research Project
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POSC 488
Provides an opportunity to complete an internship and a research project in a public agency. Project consists of identification and analysis, with guidance, of a chosen area in public organization.
Political Parties & the Electoral Process
3
POSC 400
Analysis of the history, philosophy, organization and functioning of America’s political parties. The mechanics of the electoral process including issue formation and campaign strategy, organization development, redistricting, polling, campaign financing.
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