Governments, multinational corporations, nonstate actors and international organizations regularly interfere in the free flow of commerce. It is this interference and its consequences that we investigate. Joan E. Spero and Jeffrey Hart, The Politics of International Economic Relations . St. Martin's Press, 1997. Additional readings will be in the form of handouts.
Examinations There are three examinations.
These are generally cumulative. The examinations will combine objective and essay formats. Make-up examinations will not be granted in the absence of authoritative written evidence of illness or bereavement. Any student with a disability that prevents the fullest expression of abilities should see, phone or e-mail me as soon as possible so that we can discuss course requirements. The goal is to have a growing base of empirical knowledge as the semester progresses.