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  • POLI 115: Public Administration

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    The basic principles of administration in the public sector are presented and analyzed. Surveys the historical development of contemporary public administration and examines the process, both formal and informal, by which public policy is implemented.
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  • POLI 132: Politics Europe

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    A study of the governmental systems and politics of Western European nations. Special attention is given to Great Britain, France and Germany. Contrasts and comparisons are drawn among these governments and with other governments, including the United States.
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  • POLI 133: The Politics of Cuba and the Caribbean

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    The Politics of Cuba and the Caribbean aims to use the analytical tools of comparative politics to impart a comprehensive understanding of Cuban politics, society, and culture, within the broader context of the unique challenges facing the countries of the Caribbean and their diasporas in the United States. Cuba is a country that for many remains shrouded in mystery and intrigue. This course will challenge the dominant perceptions about Cuba that have been shaped by the American news media and popular films. Using articles and texts from a variety of political perspectives (including sources from within Cuba) will bolster student debate on the relative significance of different historical trends and developments as well as controversial current events. While highlighting the intricacies of Cuba's historical and political development, this course will also place Cuba in a comparative context with the experiences of other countries in the Caribbean to examine a variety of themes central to study of the comparative politics.
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  • POLI 134: Politics of the Middle East

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    A comparative analysis of the political systems of an area that encompasses seventeen countries, including 13 Arab states, two Persian-dominated states (Iran and Afghanistan), plus Turkey and Israel. Special attention is paid to the fragmented Islamic cultural traditions of the region, the impact of Western Colonialism, the monarchical-socialist dichotomy, the special problems of Israel and the Palestinian Arabs, as well as the politics of oil.
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  • POLI 135: Urban Politics

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    An examination of the place of municipalities in the American political system. The relationship of municipalities to the state and federal government. Forms of municipal government will be examined as well as proposed forms of metropolitan government. Participation in municipalities will be considered along with a discussion of individual participants, particularly majors, managers, and councilmen. Current municipal problems and future prospects for municipalities will be discussed.
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  • POLI 140: Law and Society

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    An introductory course that surveys selective legal and socio-political views on the place of the legal system in society. Attention will be given to contemporary issues which raise significant or troubling questions for the main theoretical themes, such as the historical basis for the principles of the "rule of law" or an "autonomous legal system" and the social conditions for their existence or nullification.
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  • POLI 141: Machiavelli to Marx

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    A critical examination of political theory as it developed in the West since Machiavelli. Emphasis will be on the development of liberalism, democracy, socialism, communism and fascism. Contemporary trends will be considered.
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  • POLI 181: Criminal Law

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    This course is an in-depth analysis of criminal law in the United States. It focuses on the nature and purposes of criminal law, the sources of classifications and limitations on criminal law, the elements of criminal liability, defenses to criminal liability, parties to crime and the specific crimes against persons, property and public order and morals. Attention will be given to the model penal code and the criminal law of Pennsylvania.
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  • POLI 182: Criminal Procedure

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    An extensive analysis of criminal procedure in the United States. The course will focus on decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court dealing with criminal procedure principles and doctrines. This course is designed as a follow-up course to Criminal Law.
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  • POLI 20: Introduction to International Relations

    3.00 Credits
    Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

    A study of the diplomatic, organizational, military, and legal relationships among states. Designed to provide a conceptual framework leading to a better understanding of international developments, the course considers the nation-state system, sovereignty, nationalism, the sources of national power, the foreign policy making process, and conflict and conflict resolution.
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