PIA 0102 - GLOBAL CHALLENGES, GLOBAL SOLUTIONS: INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL POLICY

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
Long Description The course, PIA 0102, aims to explore challenges that extend beyond national borders. In the first part, students will learn about the governance context, identifying key actors, international institutions, and power dynamics shaping global decisions. The second part will cover various global challenges, fostering foundational knowledge and engaging students in policy debates around these challenges. Through readings, discussions, and expert lectures, students will gain a deep understanding of global policy issues and exposure to analytical tools. The course will encourage students to scrutinize international efforts, design and propose innovative solutions, and develop skills to actively contribute to complex global challenges. Emphasis will be on practical application through activities like crafting policy memos, utilizing data, and connecting with field practitioners. Substantive content will include international affairs topics such as security and development (broadly conceived). After introducing students to these frameworks, they will spend time examining a variety of global policy issues from both the domestic and international perspective. The course will feature regular guest lectures from practitioners in the fields of international development and security, including those selected from SPIA alums. This will give students a very clear link to potential career paths.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Letter Grade

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