Deterrence and Coercion in International Politics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours

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This seminar examines the major schools of thought regarding the causes and application of deterrence of state and non-state actors in international politics. Emphasis is placed on the political variables that influence effective conventional and nuclear deterrence of great power adversaries such as the Soviet Union during the Cold War, and Russia and China today. Similarly, the causes of coercion and its application to historical and present cases, such as China, are addressed, with a focus on the political variables that impact effective coercive strategies. Same as POL 5983 . Credit cannot be earned for both GLA 5983 and POL 5983 . Course Fee: GL01 $90.