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CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
International Studies
UCEAP Course Number
126
UCEAP Course Suffix
B
UCEAP Official Title
CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
UCEAP Transcript Title
SUPPLY CHAIN MGMT
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description
As the global economy becomes more competitive and uncertain, businesses equipped with effective Supply Chain Management (SCM) can enhance financial performance, mitigate risks, and respond to disruptions more effectively. This course offers a comprehensive overview of supply chain management from strategy to each function within the supply chain. In addition, the course covers contemporary topics such as the Covid-19 pandemic, global supply chains, resilience, and sustainability. Classes consist of lectures, short video clips, interactive discussions, individual case study assignments, group case studies, and presentations.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KCGEN 203
Host Institution Course Title
CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES B
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies
Course Last Reviewed
2023-2024
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MODERN EAST ASIAN HISTORY
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
History
Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
129
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
MODERN EAST ASIAN HISTORY
UCEAP Transcript Title
MODERN E ASIAN HIST
UCEAP Quarter Units
6.00
UCEAP Semester Units
4.00
Course Description
This course studies the major political and social transformations that have affected China, Japan and Korea from the 19th century and the present day. The survey begins with an overview of these societies respective histories prior to 1800, and then shifts to looking at the impact of western imperialism on east Asia. The class then examines Japanese imperialism, and cultural interactions between Asia and Europe/North America, WWII, and the emergence of east Asian economic and political influence up to the 1980s.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KCCUL205
Host Institution Course Title
MODERN EAST ASIAN HISTORY
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies
Course Last Reviewed
2023-2024
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SPECIAL TOPICS IN ECONOMICS
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Economics
UCEAP Course Number
137
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
SPECIAL TOPICS IN ECONOMICS
UCEAP Transcript Title
TOPICS ECONOMICS
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description
This course builds upon the concepts studied in INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS A and introduces business strategies. The course covers cost calculations, market structures, firms' decision making, supply chains and such other topics.
Prerequisite: INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS A.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KCECO209
Host Institution Course Title
SPECIAL TOPICS IN ECONOMICS
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies
Course Last Reviewed
2024-2025
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LITERARY, CULTURAL AND POLITICAL IMAGINATION IN MODERN JAPAN
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Japanese
History
Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
130
UCEAP Course Suffix
A
UCEAP Official Title
LITERARY, CULTURAL AND POLITICAL IMAGINATION IN MODERN JAPAN
UCEAP Transcript Title
JAPANESE MODERNITY
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description
This course is taught in two sections A and B. Students may enroll in a single session with the approval of the instructor. This course is thematically organized to achieve a critical and broad-ranging understanding of the essential elements embodied within, and characteristic of, Japanese literary and cultural modernity from the end of the Edo period in the mid-nineteenth century (circa 1850), through the early twentieth century and the interwar era and war years and into the postwar decades. Focusing on seminal literary texts, modern autobiographical narratives, modes of cultural expression, and Japanese cinematic works ranging from the productions of Kumai Kei, Fushimizu Osamu, and Yamamoto Satsuo, the course aims to elucidate socio-historical perspectives to the understanding of one of the most dynamic intellectual and literary traditions not only in modern East Asia, but also in the world at large. Assessment: midterm (25%), final exam (25%), class presentation and attendance (25%), written work assignment (25%).
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3023
Host Institution Course Title
JAPANESE CULTURAL MODERNITY IN HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Fudan University
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
Study Center
Course Last Reviewed
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CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
International Studies
UCEAP Course Number
126
UCEAP Course Suffix
BQ
UCEAP Official Title
CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES
UCEAP Transcript Title
GLOBAL ISSUES
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.70
Course Description
This class deals with various global issues ranging from politics to culture, using basic international relations theories. The course covers the current discussion on globalization and nationalism. Student contribution by way of asking questions and making comments is essential. Also, students are asked to give their own presentation on their preferred topics/current issues. Units: The regular version of this course is worth 3.0 UC quarter units. The Q version of this course is worth 4.0 UC quarter units. Students must submit a special study project form which outlines the requirements for the additional units. This is typically an additional paper graded by the instructor of the course.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3024
Host Institution Course Title
CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES B
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies
Course Last Reviewed
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ISLAMIC CULTURE
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Religious Studies
UCEAP Course Number
108
UCEAP Course Suffix
Q
UCEAP Official Title
ISLAMIC CULTURE
UCEAP Transcript Title
ISLAMIC CULTURE
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description
This course presents Islam as a religion and provides understanding of the variety of Muslim societies. The first half of this course discusses the basics of Islam, focusing on "Six Articles of Faith", "Five Basic Acts", the Prophet Muhammad and the Qur'an. After that, the course deals with various Muslim societies, such as from the Middle East to Japan. Assessment: quizzes, final exam. Units: The regular version of this course is worth 3.0 UC quarter units. The Q version of this course is worth 4 or 4.5 UC quarter units. Students must submit a special study project form which outlines the requirements for the additional units. This is typically an additional paper graded by the instructor of the course.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3008
Host Institution Course Title
ISLAMIC CULTURE
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies
Course Last Reviewed
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MIGRATION AND IMMIGRATION IN AMERICA
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
History
American Studies
UCEAP Course Number
123
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
MIGRATION AND IMMIGRATION IN AMERICA
UCEAP Transcript Title
MIGRATION/AMERICA
UCEAP Quarter Units
6.00
UCEAP Semester Units
4.00
Course Description
Employing a multidisciplinary approach to the understanding of American society, culture and history, from the 15th century to early 20th century, this course provides a new introduction to the very idea and the founding history of America. With touchstone attention to Asia (notably India, Japan, and China) in the idea of America, the diverse sources of its people, African, European, Native American, and more, this course takes the history of matters African American as a central guide. Lectures will be given in English during the first in-class session each week (MGU second period Mondays); the presentation of visual material, mainly film and video, followed by in-depth in-class group discussion in English, will occupy the second in-class session each week (MGU fourth period Mondays). The screening and discussion of film, video and other visual material, as well as the listening and discussion of music, will all be core elements in the work of this course.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3023
Host Institution Course Title
CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES A AND B: MIGRATION AND IMMIGATATION IN AMERICA
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies
Course Last Reviewed
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EUROPEAN POLITICS AND SOCITY
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Political Science
UCEAP Course Number
143
UCEAP Course Suffix
Q
UCEAP Official Title
EUROPEAN POLITICS AND SOCITY
UCEAP Transcript Title
EUROPEAN POLS & SOC
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description
This course provides an in-depth understanding of contemporary European politics and societal issues which have developed throughout the last 30 years. The course covers five main areas. First, it examines the history of Europe – the development of democracy and the nation-state and how modern Europe came to be after the wars of the 20th century. Second, the course looks at the different political systems which exist within Europe's democracies. Third, it takes a more detailed look at specific countries and their relations with each other in the context of intra-European relations. The course also compares society in Europe's different nation states and the relationship between government and civil society, the media and issues such as gender, race and identity. The final part of the course looks at the history of the European Union and contrast its achievements with its present-day challenges including Brexit and the rise of populism, and the role of Europe as a global actor. Units: The regular version of this course is worth 3.0 UC quarter units. The Q version of this course is worth 4 or 4.5 UC quarter units. Students must submit a special study project form which outlines the requirements for the additional units. This is typically an additional paper graded by the instructor of the course.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3042
Host Institution Course Title
EUROPEAN POLITICS AND SOCIETY
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies
Course Last Reviewed
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GENDER AND BODY
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Sociology
UCEAP Course Number
151
UCEAP Course Suffix
AQ
UCEAP Official Title
GENDER AND BODY
UCEAP Transcript Title
GENDER & BODY
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description
This course considers how individual bodies are gendered and how gender is constructed in individual bodies through weekly readings and discussion in class. Students are expected to read each week's materials critically and to construct questions that allow other students to examine relations between gender and body deeply. Through these activities, students understand how social norms strongly construct gendered bodies, and explore possibilities of resisting it. Lecture topics vary, but may include problem's created by women's beauty work; radical feminist perspectives from the 1960s through today; why do many women wear makeup; and how to resist gendered norms of body. Reading materials are provided online. Assessment: class participation, presentation, final paper. Units: The regular version of this course is worth 3.0 UC quarter units. The AQ version of this course is worth up to 4.5 UC quarter units. Students must submit a special study project form which outlines the requirements for the additional units. This is typically an additional paper graded by the instructor of the course.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
2MF3056800
Host Institution Course Title
CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES A (GENDER AND BODY)
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies
Course Last Reviewed