NUMBER OF CLASS

NAME OF CLASS

DESCRIPTION

ACTG 401

International Accounting

An introduction to the international dimensions of accounting, including the environment of international financial reporting, comparative accounting, international accounting standards, and accounting for multinational operations.

ANTH 121

Cultural Anthropology

Introduction to the ways anthropologists view human behavior and the methods they use. Cultures past and present and around the world are explored to study diverse adaptations humans have made.

ANTH 222

Introduction to Archaeology

An introduction to the methods archaeologists use to interpret the past lifeways of prehistoric and historic human cultures is the focus of this course.  Case studies of past cultures are also discussed to provide current information on these cultures are also discussed to provide current information on these cultures and to serve as examples of archaeological research.

ANTH 301

Culture Change and Survival

Examination of anthropological theories on processes of culture change. Special emphasis is placed on understanding problems of cultural survival for tribal societies in today’s rapidly changing world.

ANTH 322

Method and Theory in Archeology

Provides advanced training in field and laboratory methods in archaeology and includes limited field excavations, training in processing and analysis of both prehistoric and historic artifact collections and the preparation of original reports summarizing these analyses.  Students also receive instruction in current theoretical approaches in archaeology.

ANTH 332

World Prehistory

Provides advanced training in field and laboratory methods in archaeology and includes limited field excavations, training in processing and analysis of both prehistoric and historic artifact collections and the preparation of original reports summarizing these analyses. Students also receive instruction in current theoretical approaches in archaeology.

ANTH 333

Experiencing Cultural Diversity

Provides, through lecture, discussion, and experiential exercises, an understanding of diverse cultures in the United States. Emphasis will be on developing the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary for full participation in a diverse workplace and a diverse society.

ANTH 421

Anthropology of Religion

Study of anthropological theories of magic, witchcraft and religion.  Discusses the impact of religious ideology has on other aspects of culture.  Includes primitive and modern religions as examples.

ANTH 451

Latin American Cultures

Study of the diverse ways in which the native peoples of Latin America make their living, structure their societies and conceive of themselves and their worlds, as viewed through the anthropological literature. General Education credit - Social and Behavioral Sciences.

ANTH 461

Applied Anthropology

Examines the ways that anthropological perspectives, theories, and methods are applied in practice to solve regional, national, and global problems.  The class format will be half lecture covering research issues, history, and current directions in applied work; and half fieldwork enabling students to gain hands-on experience on an applied anthropology research project.

ANTH 471

Economic Anthropology

Examination of anthropological theories on economic organization and behavior in small-scale, non-Western societies. Cross-cultural study of economic diversity using cases from the anthropological and archaeological literature. General Education credit - Social and Behavioral Sciences.

ANTH 481

Political Anthropology

Cross-cultural study of political organization, leadership and conflict resolution in small-scale, non-Western societies. Examination of anthropological theories on political organization to evaluate case studies from anthropological and archaeological literature. General Education credit - Social and Behavioral Sciences.

ART 366

Art History Travel Study

An academic course involving domestic and/or international travel. Students will participate in the discussion of works of art and architecture. One of the goals of the course is to allow students to understand better and relate to another culture by experiencing it firsthand.  All of this should be stated in the course syllabus.  May be taken again for credit with different topics or areas of study.

ART 486

World Art Outside the European Tradition

A study in recognizing, understanding, and appreciating the art and architecture of one or more culture(s) outside the European tradition from a non-Eurocentric point of view. A focus on art forms as multireferential.  The content of the course will vary depending on the culture(s) studied. May be repeated for credit with different topics with permission of the instructor.

CRJU 345

Historical Perspectives on Criminal Justice

Provides both an overview of the historical ideas about justice in the western tradition and of the development of the criminal justice system in the United States in the context of social and political history.

CRJU 365

Diversity Issues in the Criminal Justice System

Provides an overview of gender, race, and ethnicity issues as related to criminal justice. Major emphasis will be on developing a student understanding of cross-cultural variation; feminist thought and its impact on justice; and the effects that gender and race have on the lives of people within the context of contemporary issues of justice.

CRJU 430

Comparative Criminal Justice Systems

Examines the major criminal justice systems of the world, detailing history, culture, policy, and operation of police, corrections, and judiciary.

DNCE 366

Travel Study

Academic study involving domestic and/or international travel. May be taken again for credit with different topics or areas of study.

DSN 366

Travel Study – Design

Academic study involving domestic and/or international travel. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 hours. Grading option can be either A-F or pass/fail.

DSNF 233

Meaning of Dress

A study of the cultural, social, psychological and physical factors which influence market segmentation in the apparel industry. Fall.

ECON 309

Comparative Economic Systems

Critical study of capitalism, socialism and corporatism. Analysis of contemporary systems with case studies of Japan, France, China, the former Soviet Union, central and eastern European countries, the Baltic nations, and other selected countries.

ECON 340

Global Economy and Business

An overview of the global economic environment within which business is practiced and the opportunities and challenges managers face in doing business across national boundaries. A business core requirement.

ECON 442

International Trade Theory and Policy

An examination of classical and modern theories of international trade, and the consequences of tariffs, quotas, customs unions and other trade policies for the domestic and international economy.

ECON 443

International Monetary Theory and Policy

An examination of the determinants of a nation’s balance of payments, exchange rate determination, implications of various exchange rate regimes for domestic stabilization policies and the international coordination of monetary and stabilization policy.

EDUC 402

Second Language Teaching Methods

Provides students with concepts necessary to analyze traditional and innovative second language teaching methods.  Provides rationale for selection, application, and assessment of methodological choice.

ENGL 201

Readings in World Literature

Study of selected works in World literature with emphasis on the development of critical reading skills within a historical, cultural, and ideological national context.

ENGL 202

Readings in British Literature

Study of selected works in British literature with emphasis on the development of critical reading skills within a historical, cultural, and ideological national context.

ESHE 310

Multicultural Self Defense Education

Designed for students who intend to teach, manage and organize self defense programs in educational systems or fitness facilities.  The concepts of the multicultural martial arts matrix will be employed.

ESHE 330

Advanced Karate

Provides the standards for Kumite through the level of Black Belt.

ESHE 361

World Martial Arts

Analyzes the physical skills and cultural changes affecting the adaptation and development of classical and contemporary martial arts in the United States.

FINC 439

International Finance

Deals with the international dimension of business finance with a focus on the globalization of financial markets.

GEOG 101

The European Cultural Sphere

Recommended for students preparing to teach. Comprehensive

review of physical and cultural features of Europe, the former Soviet Union, the Americas and Australia.

GEOG 102

Africa and Asia

Recommended for students preparing to teach. Comprehensive review of physical features and cultural history of Africa, Southwest, Southeast, South and East Asia.

GEOG 201

North America

Presentation of integrated spatial construction of the continent. Study of physical and human elements in the creation of the present diversity of life.

GEOG 280

Regional Geography

In-depth examination of a selected non-U.S. world region. Includes physical, socioeconomic, historical and contemporary spatial patterns. Region covered will vary from semester to semester. May be taken for credit more than once when regions differ.

GEOG 322

Cultural Geography

Study of evolution of various cultures.  Compares differences and similarities of contemporary cultures and human landscapes.

GEOG 340

International Environmental Problems

Overview of international environmental problems, climate change, energy use, deforestation, loss of biodiversity, poverty and trade, population growth, industrial policy. Discussion of appropriate U.S. and international policy response.

HIST 101

World History to 1650

A general survey of world history; study of the world’s major cultural areas, their unique achievements and their interaction with and relation to other societies.

Covers the period up to the mid-17th century.

HIST 102

World History after 1650

A general survey of world history; a study of the world’s major cultural areas, their unique achievements and their interaction with and relation to other societies. Covers the period after mid-17th century. General Education credit - Social and Behavioral Sciences or International and Intercultural Studies.

HIST 300

The 20^th Century World

An overview of the world in the 20th century with emphasis on the overriding themes from the historian’s perspective: nationalism, globalization, economic development, environmentalism. Course establishes a basis for the understanding of current events in historical perspective.

HIST 308

Ancient Greece and Rome

A study of the cultural, intellectual and political development of the Hellenic and Hellenistic traditions and Republican and Imperial Rome.

HIST 309

Medieval Civilization

A study of the cultural, social, and intellectual development of Europe from 300 to 1500 with emphasis on the dynamic character of Medieval Europe.

HIST 311

Ancient Near East

A study of the cultural, intellectual and political development of the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Syria, Palestine, Asia Minor, Iran, the Indus Valley and the Aegean world.

HIST 313

History of East Asia

Survey of East Asian cultures and civilizations with emphasis on China and Japan. Studies diplomatic, economic, intellectual, political and social aspects of the societies.

HIST 316

Colonial Latin America

A topical survey beginning with the conquests of Mexico and Peru by Spain and (to a lesser extent) Brazil by Portugal.  Focus is on the impact on native Americans of Spanish colonialism and on the evolution of Hispanic-American institutions, family and kinship patterns and economic behavior.

HIST 317

National Latin America

A general survey of Latin American history from the creation of independent nations until the present.  Emphasis on the economic modernization process and its consequences.

HIST 319

The Middle East

A survey of the Middle East from the birth of Islam to the present time, focusing on the 19^th and 20^th centuries.  Emphasizes the great diversity in peoples, cultures and historical development despite the overriding influence of Islam.  Issues include nationalism and colonialism, the emergence of Israel, modernization and development, oil diplomacy and intraregional rivalries.

HIST 325

African Civilizations

Examines Africa’s social, cultural and economic institutions as they have evolved and changed through the ages.  Topics include human evolution in Africa, state formation, the slave trade, early European contacts and colonialism.

HIST 326

20^th Century Africa

Analysis of the events and trends that have shaped Africa and its peoples in the 20^th century.  Topics include the rise of nationalism, the impact of the two World Wars, struggles for independence, the impact of the Cold War, efforts at economic, social and political development in the post-Independence era, Africa in the Age of Globalization.

HIST 337, 338

English History

Familiarizes students with the development of social, religious and political influences that have made the modern British Commonwealth.  337 extends to 1687, 338 after 1687.

HIST 341

Renaissance, Reformation and Revolution

A study of European history from 1300-1815 with emphasis on the Renaissance, the Protestant Reformation, royal absolutism, the Enlightenment, the French Revolution and napoleon.

HIST 342

Revolutionary Europe, 1789 to 1870

Study of modern European history from 1789 through 1870.  Topics include the French Revolution, Napoleon, Revolutions of 1830 and 1848, Industrial Revolution, Urbanization, Liberalism, Socialism and Nationalism.

HIST 343

Europe since 1870

Study of political events which brought on two World Wars, their economic and social impact on Europe; shift of world power away from European community since 1870.

HIST 345

Czarist Russia

Russian history from formation of the Kiev State through World War I and fall of the Romanovs.

HIST 346

Soviet Russia

Russian history under Soviets.  Domestic and diplomatic policies examined as well as Russian social conditions in the 20^th century.

HIST 349

Germany: From Bismarck through Hitler

Study of German history from 1870 to 1945.  Topics include Bismarck and national unification, World Wars I and II, Hitler and National Socialism.

HIST 350

Modern European Intellectual History

Explores the relationship between thought and its social context in Europe since 1750.  The course draws on philosophical, scientific, and cultural texts, and focuses on the political implications of philosophical reflections, scientific investigation, and cultural criticism.

HLTH 460

International Health

Analysis of public and international health issues as they relate to the individual, community and society.

INST 101

Introduction to International Studies

An introductory survey of international issues, emphasizing the cross-disciplinary nature of International Studies.

MGNT 326

Cultural Diversity and International Management

Explores intercultural issues related to work organization and management.  The course will attempt to build intercultural understanding, sensitivity, and skills.  The emphasis is on intercultural awareness, effective work performance, and a global perspective of business and careers, especially as pertaining to international human resource management.  The course also explores the international strategic planning process, including environmental scanning, internal resource analysis, and goal formulation.

MKTG 442

International Business

A study of the theories, institutions and trends in international trade and investment.  Emphasis placed on the environment within which international business is practiced and the opportunities and challenges managers face in doing business across national boundaries.

MKTG 452

International Marketing

The study of global marketing strategies with emphasis on adjusting plans and techniques to accommodate marketing in different cultures.  Case studies and computer applications may be used.

MSTD 451

Intercultural and International Communication

Advanced study of the issues, problems, theories and policies of intercultural and international communication in the interpersonal, group, organizational, and mediated contexts.

MSTD 452

International Film and Electronic Media

Study of electronic media and film produced outside of the United States, including developing nations.  Emphasis on aesthetic, social, cultural, economic, political and religious forces which shape media.

MUSC 366

Travel Study

Academic study involving domestic and/or international travel.  May be taken multiple times for credit with different topics or areas of study.

PEAC 200

Introduction to Peace Studies

Overview of the main issues and various disciplinary approaches to the study of conflict, conflict management, and world security; introduction to alternative paradigms for conflict management and resolution; introduction to a variety of world order systems.

PEAC 487

Peace Studies Seminar

Concentrates on a theme or themes specific to Peace Studies depending on the instructor(s).  Course is cross-disciplinary and team taught.  A major research paper relating to the topical interests of each student is required.

PEAC 489

Peace Studies

Students research and write a senior thesis appropriate to the topical focus of their program of study, supervised by an interdisciplinary committee which may be chaired in the students’ major departments.

POSC 130

Introduction to Comparative Government

Serves to introduce students to the comparative study of political regimes.  The course will consider both the methodological issues and the principal topics involved in comparative political analysis.  It is aimed at preparing students for upper-division courses in comparative politics and, more broadly, at integrating the study of comparative politics into the larger context of liberal education.

POSC 140

Introduction to International Relations

An examination of major areas of interest in the study of international relations.  These include the study of the relation of power to justice, the effects of war on the regime and the soul, and the relation of diplomatic-strategic conduct to the cosmic order.

POSC 336

Global Citizenship

In-depth overview of specific topics in the areas of political theory, political economy, U.S. foreign policy, comparative government, and selected global issue areas designed to meet NCSS and Virginia SOL guidelines for program accreditation and teacher preparation for secondary school social science teacher candidates.  It is especially appropriate for those seeking certification in Social Studies and Government and includes assessment opportunities suitable for inclusion in their professional portfolios.

POSC 340

Government and Politics in Asia

Comparative study of such major Asian powers as China, Japan, and India as well as selected regional powers.

POSC 341

Western European government and Politics

Political structures and functioning of selected Western European political systems.  Emphasis on such major powers as the United Kingdom, France, and Germany and on the European Union and the prospects for continuing political integration.

POSC 342

Government and Politics of Russia and the Independent States

Examines the government and politics in the independent states that were formerly part of the Soviet Union.

POSC 345

Canada: Search for a Nation

Political and historical realities of Canada as seen through the evolution of the French Canadian novel; attention to development of nationalism in Canada and its relevance to the overall American experience.  Approach is interdisciplinary.

POSC 350

US Foreign and Defense Policy

Surveys the development of the relationship of American foreign policy and its corollary, American strategy, from the perspective of political philosophy.  Assuming that strategy is the is the continuation of politics by other means, 350 raises questions about the relation of American regime principles to the diplomacy and strategy that implement these principles in the international milieu.

POSC 360

International Law and Organization

Law and organization in an anarchic milieu of sovereign states.  Emphasis on theoretical foundations and historical evolution

POSC 445

Government and Politics in the Developing World

Analysis of processes, problems, and prospects of modernization in underdeveloped areas of the world.  Asian, African, and Latin American countries used as examples.

POSC 458

Force in International Relations

An intensive study of the use of force in international relations and its effect on regimes and the soul.  Themes include the classical perspective on force, just war theory, pacifism, empire maintenance and decay, and force and world order.

POSC 460

Theories of International Relations

Theoretical inquiry into the characteristic aspects of diplomatic strategic behavior among political units, from city-states to empires.  Emphasis on the relation of morality and power.

POSC 461

Government and Politics of Latin America

An introduction to Latin American politics that focuses on enduring themes and contemporary politics in selected countries.

POSC 463

International Political Economy

Analysis of the political impact of economic relationships among nation-states and between nation-states, subnational organizations, and supranational organizations.  Topics covered include international trade, international monetary relations, imperialism, dependency, multinational corporations and the politics of natural resources.

RELN 112

Survey of World Religion

This introductory course presents the classical expressions of the world’s most widespread and historically significant religions.  Students will learn about the origins, foundational figures, scriptures, beliefs, and practices of Hinduism, Buddhism, Daoism, Confucianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

RELN 205

Religion and Culture

This introduction to the social/scientific study of religion examines religion in its cultural context.  Topics such as church and state, religion and race, secularization, and religion and economics are covered through historical cases from around the world.  Major sociological theories of religion are considered.

RELN 350

Religion in India

Provides students with an opportunity for advanced study in the historical development of religious thought and practice in India.  Includes the study of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Islam, and Sikhism as well as minority religions such as Judaism, Christianity, and the faith of the Parsis.

RELN 360

Religion in China and Japan

Provides students with an opportunity for advanced study in the historical development of religious thought and practice in China and Japan.  Includes the study of ancestor worship, fold religion, Confucianism, Daoism, Buddhism, Shinto, “New Religious Movements” and communism.

SOCY 441

Global Inequalities

Focuses on the social, economic, and political factors that shape unequal life chances between and within nations.  Theories of development, the role of developed nations, evidence of various types of inequalities, and possible ways to address the global inequalities – including specific projects that have been successful – will be examined.  The role of international treaties, of various international and multinational commissions, and of non-governmental agencies will be given particular attention.

SOWK 410

International Perspectives on Social Welfare

Provides students with an international perspective for examining the underlying concepts, values, and practices of social work.  Examines the universal problems faced by human beings everywhere and programs that have been developed to address those problems.