POL

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

A study of the basic concepts of political science with emphasis on the vital importance of the moral law in public affairs; theories of the origin, nature and purpose of the state; democracy and the challenges to democracy in the modern world; analysis of the processes and institutions of government.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

An exploration of the establishment of the political system of the United States. The provisions of the Constitution for the distribution of power within the national government and between the national and state governments are analyzed. Civil liberties and civil rights guaranteed by the Constitution and expanded through Congressional and judicial actions are explored. The privileges and responsibilities of citizenship in a democratic society are discussed along with the political participatory process. Key issues such as the appropriate role for the national government, the effectiveness of individual citizens and the influences of interest groups in shaping public policy are debated and evaluated. The structure and functions of the three branches of government are described. (Offered Fall, Spring)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

An exploration of the establishment of the political system of the United States. The provisions of the Constitution for the distribution of power within the national government and between the national and state governments are analyzed. Civil liberties and civil rights guaranteed by the Constitution and expanded through Congressional and judicial actions are explored. The privileges and responsibilities of citizenship in a democratic society are discussed along with the political participatory process. Key issues such as the appropriate role for the national government, the effectiveness of individual citizens and the influences of interest groups in shaping public policy are debated and evaluated. The structure and functions of the three branches of government are described.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

State constitutions; patterns of state and local government; intergovernmental relations; state politics; problems of the metropolis-central city vs. suburbia. Special attention is given to the government of New York State and the New York metropolitan region. Field experiences; interviews with public officials, county officeholders, state legislators, U.S. congressmen and judges. (Offered Spring)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-undergraduate

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

State constitutions; patterns of state and local government; intergovernmental relations; state politics; problems of the metropolis-central city vs. suburbia. Special attention is given to the government of New York State and the New York metropolitan region. Field experiences; interviews with public officials, county officeholders, state legislators, U.S. congressmen and judges.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

A study of the political systems of selected European nations with an emphasis on government responses to current political, economic and social challenges. (Offered Spring) 3 credits 385

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

A study of the political systems of selected European nations with an emphasis on government responses to current political, economic and social challenges.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

An analysis of the political systems of China, Japan and selected nations of the Middle East in their geographic and historic setting. The countries’ political culture, structure and process will be studied and their governments’ responses to current economic and social challenges will be emphasized. (Offered Fall)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

An analysis of the political systems of China, Japan and selected nations of the Middle East in their geographic and historic setting. The countries' political culture, structure and process will be studied and their governments' responses to current economic and social challenges will be emphasized.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Students will be introduced to a broad range of human activities that are either sustainable or unsustainable. Personal attitudes, business decisions and governmental policies that encourage or discourage sustainable practices will be examined. Sustainability will be defined and applied to current issues such as: renewable energy systems including solar, wind, geothermal and other emerging technologies; consumer products; green buildings; recycling; and toxins in the environment. This class will take a holistic view of how individuals, governments, economy and the environment interact. Includes moral valuation of economic viability and social equity. (Offered Fall)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Students will be introduced to a broad range of human activities that are either sustainable or unsustainable. Personal attitudes, business decisions and governmental policies that encourage or discourage sustainable practices will be examined. Sustainability will be defined and applied to current issues such as: renewable energy systems including solar, wind, geothermal and other emerging technologies; consumer products; green buildings; recycling; and toxins in the environment. This class will take a holistic view of how individuals, governments, economy and the environment interact. Includes moral valuation of economic viability and social equity.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly cross-listed with SOC 200; formerly Public Administration and Modern Society) The role of government bureaucracy in social policy making; a study of the formal and informal groups and structures that influence policy; emphasis on the need to look beyond the legal structures to the active process of decision-making. (Offered Fall)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Alias

SOC 200

The role of government bureaucracy in social policy making; a study of the formal and informal groups and structures that influence policy; emphasis on the need to look beyond the legal structures to the active process of decision-making.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

The role of the Presidency and Congress in national policy making. Distribution of power in Congress: leadership and committee system. Presidential power and its sources; concentration of power in the Executive; efforts of Congress to control executive power. (Offered Fall)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

The role of the Presidency and Congress in national policy making. Distribution of power in Congress: leadership and committee system. Presidential power and its sources; concentration of power in the Executive; efforts of Congress to control executive power.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

A study of the world’s developing nations. The political, economic and social problems and progress of these nations will be surveyed. Selected nations of Africa and Latin America will be studied in their geographic and historic context. The challenges of modernization facing these nations will be analyzed. (Offered Spring)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-undergraduate

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

A study of the world's developing nations. The political, economic and social problems and progress of these nations will be surveyed. Selected nations of Africa and Latin America will be studied in their geographic and historic context. The challenges of modernization facing these nations will be analyzed.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly POL 109) This course is a survey of the political experience of women in America. The implications of the evolution of women in American politics will be discussed from the suffrage movement to the modern feminist movement. Recent Supreme Court decisions that impact on women’s issues will be reviewed. (Offered Fall)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

This course is a survey of the political experience of women in America. The implications of the evolution of women in American politics will be discussed from the suffrage movement to the modern feminist movement. Recent Supreme Court decisions that impact on women's issues will be reviewed.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly POL 102) Analysis of the organization and operation of the party system on the state and national levels; nominations and election procedures; voting patterns; influence of public opinion; role 386 of interest groups in American politics. Field experiences; interviews with local party officials, campaign managers, candidate for public office and public officials. (Offered Fall)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-undergraduate

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Analysis of the organization and operation of the party system on the state and national levels; nominations and election procedures; voting patterns; influence of public opinion; role of interest groups in American politics. Field experiences; interviews with local party officials, campaign managers, candidate for public office and public officials.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 213; formerly Ethno-Political Landscape of the

Subject

POL

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 234; formerly History and Politics of European Integration)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

INDIA, PAKISTAN AND AFGANISTAN (also HIS 235; formerly History of India) 3 credits

Subject

POL

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 2350)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 236)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 2360)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

This course explores healthcare and social policies in contemporary society. Students examine policy principles through the lens of competing values such as access, equity, and efficiency. You'll analyze how government and groups shape healthcare policies through public health, cost management, and social factors. Social policies addressing poverty, unemployment, education, and housing are also scrutinized as well as their impact on health results. Ethical, legal, and moral issues in policy making are highlighted with a particular focus on the material consequences for individuals and various demographic groups. Case studies and current examples equip the student with an understanding of multifaceted nature of these issues, preparing thoughtful engagement with today and tomorrow's challenges.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly POL 202) The structure of the American constitutional system; the judicial process in relation to the political process; the Supreme Court and judicial review; judicial process analysis: case studies in the process of constitutional litigation; analysis of Supreme Court decisions to illustrate the evolution of American constitutional law; impact of Supreme Court decisions. (Offered Fall, Spring)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

The structure of the American constitutional system; the judicial process in relation to the political process; the Supreme Court and judicial review; judicial process analysis: case studies in the process of constitutional litigation; analysis of Supreme Court decisions to illustrate the evolution of American constitutional law; impact of Supreme Court decisions.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly POL 203) An examination of relations among the nations of the world. The actors in the international environment and the institutions and instruments for conflict resolution will be studied. The role of power in international relations-sources, balance and imbalance will be assessed. Emphasis will be placed on contemporary developments and challenges in international relations. (Offered Fall)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

An examination of relations among the nations of the world. The actors in the international environment and the institutions and instruments for conflict resolution will be studied. The role of power in international relations-sources, balance and imbalance will be assessed. Emphasis will be placed on contemporary developments and challenges in international relations.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also PHI 310)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also PHI 3100)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

This course provides an introduction and overview to international political economy (IPE), a subfield of international

Subject

POL

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

This course provides an introduction and overview to international political economy (IPE), a subfield of international relations, which examines the actions and interactions of states markets (multinational corporations, investment, banking), domestic (Central Banks, Finance Ministries) and international institutions (WTO, IMF), economics and politics (G8, G20) as they happen on national, bilateral, multilateral, regional and global levels. The course examines the "classical" theories of IPE - liberalism, realism, dependency and constructivism - as well as issue areas such as trade, development, monetary policy and state's role in an era of globalization.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Subject

POL

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 3190)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 321) This course provides undergraduates with the historical, theoretical and policy perspectives of terrorist studies. It addresses definitions of terrorism, types of terrorism and the origins and motivations of those who utilize political violence in case studies from around the globe. The class seeks to understand the problem from domestic and international points of view, and confronts the myriad of issues that governments and international organizations encounter in their counter- terrorism and counter-terrorism finance efforts.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 3210) This course provides undergraduates with the historical, theoretical and policy perspectives of terrorist studies. It addresses definitions of terrorism, types of terrorism and the origins and motivations of those who utilize political violence in case studies from around the globe. The class seeks to understand the problem from domestic and international points of view, and confronts the myriad of issues that governments and international organizations encounter in their counter-terrorism and counter-terrorism finance efforts.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also POL 323)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 3230)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 340) (Offered Spring)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(also HIS 3400)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Internship placements are available in local offices of government agencies and elected officials in Nassau and Suffolk counties, as well as state and national levels. Interns will have the opportunity to observe and participate in the political process at the grass roots level. In addition to their internship assignments, which include 100 hours at internship site, students must meet at least 4 times during the semester with their professor from the History/Political Science Department.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Internship placements are available in local offices of government agencies and elected officials in Nassau and Suffolk counties, as well as state and national levels. Interns will have the opportunity to observe and participate in the political process at the grass roots level. In addition to their internship assignments, which include 100 hours at internship site, students must meet at least 4 times during the semester with their professor from the History/Political Science Department.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

(formerly POL 291) Open to qualified students who wish to pursue an area of special interest; reading, research and discussions under the direction of a member of the department. Authorized students may repeat this course as an international internship for a maximum of six credits. (Offered upon request)

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Open to qualified students who wish to pursue an area of special interest; reading, research and discussions under the direction of a member of the department. Authorized students may repeat this course as an international internship for a maximum of six credits.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Open to qualified students who wish to pursue an area of special interest; reading, research and discussions under the direction of a member of the department. Authorized students may repeat this course as an international internship for a maximum of six credits.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Open to qualified students who wish to pursue an area of special interest; reading, research and discussions under the direction of a member of the department. Authorized students may repeat this course as an international internship for a maximum of six credits.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Complete 6 credits chosen from POL 200-level courses Complete 6 credits chosen from POL 300-level courses Complete 3 credits additional elective POL courses Related Requirements (18 credits):

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2017-2019

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

Advanced study and research in selected topics; research procedures; conferences with the instructor; class discussions; research paper; critical evaluation of research project in class.

Subject

POL

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

molloy.smartcatalogiq.com