Sociology of Globalization and Development

Catalog description

Three hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): SOC 100 , SOC 201 , SOC 202 (SOC 201 and/or SOC 202 may be taken concurrently) Analyzes processes of globalization and development, and interconnections between them. Will examine range of theoretical perspectives (Neoclassical Economic Theory, World-Systems Theory, etc.), and introduce students to empirical research investigating how global processes (trade, migration, etc.) impact developmental outcomes (GDP, income inequality, etc.) in range of countries. May not be repeated for credit in Sociology, B.A. Formerly SOC/BUS/ECON 448, effective Fall 2021