2012-2013 Catalog 
    
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2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

GOVT 060 CM - Introduction to Comparative Government

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of comparative government that are used to analyze political institutions and processes. We will explore fundamental political phenomena such as power, authority, legitimacy, political culture, and the nation-state in order to understand better major world events and larger political trends. Special attention is given to democratization and socioeconomic change in either the developing world, or Europe and the industrialized world.

Prerequisite: GOVT 020 CM 

Offered: Every semester

Credit: 1

Course Number: GOVT060 CM