Topics in Contemporary Business & Economic Issues ((3 Credits))

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The purpose of this advanced level course is to present a multi-disciplinary study of the contemporary world through a major current event. Students will be introduced to a selected event (or possibly a set of related events). This will include a historical overview, an analysis of the political forces which led to the event, and an analysis of the reasons for the outcome and the possible impact. The aim of the course is to focus students’ attention on the link between their studies and current affairs, presenting contemporary issues in the global economic and political system. Students will analyze the challenges and stresses that this system faces. This course is offered for our International Education program students. Prerequisites: Macroeconomics ( ECON 2015 ).