International Studies

This course examines the history of the First World War while challenging the traditional West-centered narrative of a War that starts in 1914 and ends in 1918. Alternating micro and macro approaches, it examines the main aspects and events in the military, political, cultural, social, global history of the Great(er) War. The course will also serve as an introduction to an epistemology of history and its relationship with the social sciences. Topics to be addressed include: empires and nations; identity and nationalism; violence and social disciplining; logistics, technoscience and the sinews of warfare; gender and war; trauma and stigma; visual culture and propaganda; collective memory and oblivion.

This course first gives a general overview of the financial system, and makes some comparisons between China and US. The main focus is on the basic economic principles behind the operation of the financial system and financial markets, and how the financial system is related to the real economy. The course is divided into four parts. The first part introduces the structure and function of major financial markets. The second part presents the central bank and its monetary policy. The third part introduces how banks provide liquidity and other financial institutions. Lastly, I will also choose actual events that occurred during the course to conduct analysis and draw conclusions, aiming to help students develop practical, analytical and thinking abilities.

This course analyzes the costs and benefits of division and unification, considering the security and economic perspectives of major players like the United States, Japan, China, Russia, and the Indo-Pacific region as a whole. The course explores the North Korean nuclear issue, examining potential contingencies and exploring economic sanctions and assistance within the global context. Finally, it offers a comprehensive review of international influences on South Korea's foreign policy from historical to contemporary times.

Learn about international negotiations and how countries, companies, and institutions plan and seek to achieve their goals in a multicultural and often multilateral setting. Students learn the negotiation and cultural skills necessary for completing a successful international negotiation: analytical, strategic, social, and bargaining. Students are trained to analyze complex negotiation situations and then apply theories to maximize their outcomes. After every simulation, students discuss their strategies/ negotiation skills and outcomes with their peers and the tutor. In the final EU simulation, students experience participating in an international negotiation.

This course analyzes the political and economic development in East Asia. It focuses on South Korea as the main case, while using Japan and China as comparative cases. After reviewing key theoretical approaches to the successful state-led development of East Asian economies since the 1950s, this course narrows its focus down on Korea. It explores how Korea has achieved dramatic economic and political development since the 1970s, faced a serious economic crisis in the late 1990s, and attempted to overcome new challenges since then. Utilizing the Korean case, this course analyzes the changing relationship between the state and market, the proper role of the state in economic development, and the political and economic paths that the East Asian economies (especially China) might take in the future.

This course on global health examines the economic, geographic, social and demographic factors of the distribution of disease and mortality in the world. It looks at the main indicators for measuring health, including the relationship between health and poverty and between inequality and poverty. Other topics include: the origins, impact, efficiency and sustainability of primary world health systems; political economy of health systems; economic policies and their impact on global health; global health risks and prevention policies.

This course is an introductory-level survey of the major scholarly traditions and debates in the field of international relations (IR). This course explores a sample of prominent thoughts and theories on international conflict and cooperation. It will also cover thematic issues such as nuclear weapons, terrorism, humanitarian intervention, economic statecraft, trade politics, and power shifts. 

The Internship Program gives students hands-on experience with local, regional, or international organizations and businesses to place their work experience into the broader context of professional development and development in Jordan. Students are exposed to the complex developmental, social, political, and business fabric of Jordan and gain valuable work experience. The main part of the course is the practicum, which is monitored by the CIEE lecturer through office hours, check-ins, and follow up with the internship on-site supervisor. In addition, the class meets bi-weekly for guest lecturers, planned site visits, and discussions on topics related to development in Jordan and international careers to provide practical insight into donor/host organizations and their efforts to support Jordan.

This course provides a study of the main environmental risks and challenges posed by human activity. It also examines current debates on the sustainability of economic growth and the problems of global governance posed by environmental challenges. Other topics covered include: industrial exploitation and the global ecological crisis; stocks, market and environment; environmental degradation and global governance; urban planning and sustainability; development and corporate environmental responsibility; ethics, regulations and environmental justice.