POL-SCI 354      Politics In Russia
A study of domestic and international politics in Russia, emphasizing the post-Soviet period.
Credits: 3 hours
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POL-SCI 355      Politics In Eastern And Central Europe
An analysis of the internal politics and foreign policies of the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Poland, and selected other countries in East-Central Europe, emphasizing the transition to post-Communist rule and new and enduring patterns of political culture.
Credits: 3 hours
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POL-SCI 357      European Politics
An examination of government and politics in the established democracies of Western Europe, and of political developments in the former Communist states of Central and Eastern Europe. Offered: Winter .
Credits: 3 hours
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POL-SCI 358      Global Political And Social Issues
This course is designed to afford the student with an overview of important global and regional challenges associated with the emerging 21st century. Hence, there are three objectives: (1) gain an understanding of the facts and complexities of the selected issues within the framework of globilization; (2) describe and explain difficulties in formulating political/ policy consensus aimed at resolving these issues; (3) considering both the factual complexities and difficulties in formulating policy; identify future trends related to major global challenges.
Credits: 4 hours
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POL-SCI 359      Latin American Politics
In this course we will focus on the major periods in Latin American political history since the Great Depression. This includes the pot-War period of optimism in which democratic governments promoted rapid economic development, the period of pessimism and authoritarianism from the 1960s to the 1980s, and a new democratic renewal beginning in the 1990s. We will examine the consolidating democracies that emerged in the 1990s in depth.We will also examine case studies of recently failed democracy, Venezuela, and ask why this democracy failed.
Credits: 3 hours
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POL-SCI 360      Labor, Politics and Society
This course explores many aspects of unions and the labor movement in society and the vital role organized labor plays as a pillar of democratic society. Unions impact the economy, growth, and the distribution of wealth, and the impact racial and gender equality, social security health and job safety, energy and the environment, and even foreign relations. As a social movement, labor has had a major impact on American history. This course covers these topics from a labor perspective. It examines current obstacles for union organizing, recent union campaigns, labor's political role, and the relationship between labor and the media, This course is part of the Certificate Program in Labor Studies and is offered on the University of Missouri Interactive Video Network at UMKC, UMSL, and UMC.
Credits: 3 hours
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POL-SCI 361      Global Issues in a Changing World
Threats to national and international securing were once dominated by military force and interstate warfare. Threats are now seen in a much broader context. Non-state, transnational actors now pose a threat to transnational business, states, and even civilizations. Issues like global climate change and HIV/AIDS are seen as threats to national survival well beyond any single nation's ability to contain. For some, the deep phenomenon of globalization is seen as a threat to national sovereignty and, indeed, a threat to the international system of states. In this course, challenges and opportunities replace threat as the organizing principle, and the role of international institutions takes center stage. Offered: Annually.
Credits: 3 hours
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POL-SCI 362      Latin America and International Relations
This course we will survey the relations between Latin American states and between Latin America and the world. Taking the Latin American states as the key actors, we examine the history of US-Latin American relations, including current issues such as drug trafficking, immigration and terrorism. We will also study the region as a player on the international stage, examining Latin America's changing role in the world arena related to trade, development, and the environment. Finally we examine the emergence of new leadership in Latin America. Offered: Every other semester.
Credits: 3 hours
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POL-SCI 364      Designing American Elections
This course examines the role of elections in American politics. Topics include voter registration, campaign finance, redistricting, the electoral college, and primary elections. We will also evaluate how different electoral rules affect political outcomes such as voter turnout, participation, and representation.
Credits: 3 hours
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POL-SCI 369      Politics Of The Middle East
This course explores the formation of the modern Middle East; the role of Islam in shaping its political cultures; the post-colonial transformations that shaped its current political systems; the economic and democratic reforms that challenge existing regimes; and the pivotal states and conflicts that stir regional politics. Offered: As needed
Credits: 3 hours
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POL-SCI 370      Labor Law
In this course, participants will examine the role of government in the regulation of labor-management relations in the United States. While the focus of the course will be on federal laws regulating private sector labor relations, parallel issues addressed in the Railway Labor Act and state public sector labor relations law will also be covered. Specific topics include the legal framework for the organization of workers, definition of prohibited or unfair labor practices of employers and unions, legal regulation of the collective bargaining process, regulation of the use of economic weapons in labor disputes, enforcement of collective bargaining agreements and the regulation of internal trade union activities. Prerequisites: None.
Credits: 3 hours
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POL-SCI 380      Political Science And Politics
Offered as a special course in the individual faculty member's area of research specialization. The course may be repeated for credit when the topic varies. The topic and instructor will be announced in advance. Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor or advanced standing.
Credits: 1-6 hours
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POL-SCI 380A      Political Science And Politics
Credits: 1-6 hours
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POL-SCI 380B      Political Science And Politics
Credits: 1-6 hours
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POL-SCI 380C      Political Science And Politics
Credits: 1-6 hours
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POL-SCI 380D      Political Science And Politics
Credits: 1-6 hours
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POL-SCI 380E      Political Science And Politics
Credits: 1-6 hours
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POL-SCI 380X      Political Science And Politics
Credits: 1-6 hours
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POL-SCI 381      Mock Trial
A study of the trial process in the U.S. judicial system focusing on the structure and rules of trials, including the role of attorneys. Combination of student performance with in-class lecture and discussion.Restrictions: Consent of instructor
Credits: 1 hours
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POL-SCI 403      Political Ideology
A critical examination of contemporary political ideologies including democratic and authoritarian theories.
Credits: 3 hours
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