In this course, students study the diverse aspects of political thoughts in Asia with particular focus on the Chinese thoughts and their impact on political instutionalization. A general study of foreign policy-making, its implementation, and impact among major powers. Determinants on elements of foreign policy are highlighted along with the foreign policy making process and interactions. This course is designed to research major issues of international politics. It examines wars, conflicts, religious issue, territorial issues, racism, enviornmental issues of the international society through the case study.
Emphasis is placed on alternative strategies for creating political order.
Students are taught in this course on Korean political history from the liberation from the Japanese rule to the present. A special focus is given to the conflict between the Right and the Left, the nation-building process, the Korean War and subsequent conflict and confrontation between North and South Korea. This course will examine the structures and function of international organizations including the United Nations system, and regional organizations in the world community. Attention will be paid to international cooperation based on mutual dependence. Introduction to the political foundations and economic achievements of modern Japan.