22 courses with the subject POLI, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
science and its sub-fields of American politics, public administration, comparative government, international relations, and political theory. Prerequisite: None. (Social Science General Education Course). Previously RPO 101
politics. The central purposes of the course are two-fold. First, the course is designed to acquaint students with the major trends, relationships, events, and dilemmas of contemporary world politics, which will have a significant impact on their lives and future. Secondly, the course will introduce the theories of international politics that have been developed by political scientists and other analysts of world politics. Prerequisite: None. (Global Studies and Social Science General Education Course). Previously RPO 102
American national government – the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. Stress is placed on the application of government in our daily lives as that concept relates to the theory of government. Prerequisite: None. (Social Science General Education Course). Previously RPO 111
governments with an analysis of their powers to tax and finance; enforce laws; regulate commerce and business and promote the social and economic welfare. Consideration of how local and state politics contribute to the national political environment. Prerequisite: None. (Social Science General Education Course). Previously RPO 211 141
colonization to the era of independence post WWII. Consideration of the creation of the United Nations and the post-independence experience. The development of political parties and the role of nationalism; the religion, economy, culture, and personalities that help to make up the entire spectrum of politics in the emerging nations of Africa. Prerequisite: None. (Global Studies and Social Science General Education Course). Previously RPO 212
in African countries. Local geographical units, the role of traditional leaders, state and local governments, and their relationship with the central or federal governments. Each region is studied in terms of structure, functions, and local politics that play a part in the building of African nations. Prerequisite: None. Previously RPO 213
the character of the political, diplomatic, and strategic emphasis of this course with respect to multiple actors in the realm of international politics. The interests of states, inter-governmental organizations, non-governmental organizations, and transnational corporations will be the major concerns of the course. Prerequisite: None. (Writing Intensive General Education Course). Previously RPO 311
form Plato and Aristotle through early modern times. Prerequisite: None. Previously RPO 312
philosophies in the modern world in the two centuries since the American and French Revolutions. The political philosophies that have emerged from a collection of globally diverse intellectual foundations since the 19th century will be the focus of the course. Prerequisite: None. Previously RPO 313
political thought and how it has guided and been guided by popular opinion. Consideration of the two principal components of American political thought: the individualistic, decentralized component exemplified by Jefferson, Taney, Cleveland, and Eisenhower, (small government, states’ rights); and the nationalistic, centralist thread exemplified by Lincoln and the two Roosevelts (central government as a means to improve people’s lives).
critical events have shaped and changed them. The political party as a force in activating government, whether in the multiple party states, the two-party states, or a single party state. Prerequisite: None. Previously RPO 315
system. Consideration of Constitutional Amendments, and critical Supreme Court decisions – and their role in the shaping of American life. The nature and exercise of judicial review, federalism, and separation of powers.
between government and non-government agencies across national boundaries. Consideration of the role of cross- national organizations such as the World Health Organization, Amnesty International, Greenpeace, and other NGOs. Prerequisite: None. Previously RPO 410
the US. Emphasis will be on those liberties/freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution, and how Supreme Court decisions have impacted them over the course of US history. Special consideration given to matters of discrimination against women, minorities, and LGBT people. Prerequisite: None. Previously RPO 411 142
theorizing of American politics. The nature of Black participation in policy making, the role of Black interest groups, the nature and place of Black leadership, and voting in the North, the South, and the Sub-community.
in various parts of the world. Emphasis on American and European efforts to impose Western-style democracy and economic practices in different regions, and the impact on world peace and prosperity. Prerequisite: None.
of trade, culture, and politics, and how international law and courts affect this process. Critical analysis of the refusal of the US and some other nations to be bound by international law. Prerequisite: RPO 102 or POLI 1102. Previously RPO 414
of the American chief executive. Analysis of the office includes the selection of candidates, the role of political parties, and campaign financing. Examination of critical Presidential decisions and actions through history – with emphasis on the 20th & 21st centuries. Consideration of the intent and reality of checks and balances on the executive branch, and the use of executive orders. Prerequisite: None. Previously RPO 415
international issues affecting the world system of nations. Emphasis is on the role and actions of the United States and its impact on world events. A list of topics is announced and agreed upon at the beginning of each term.
elements of Public Administration, such as financial administration, operations analysis, personnel administration, and methods of achieving administrative objectives. Introduction to the major areas of public administration: State & Local Government, Administration of Justice, and Non-Profit Administration. Previously RPO 418
current events, new ideas and theories, and/or topics in Political Science that are not covered in other courses. Or it may be based on a special interest area of a faculty member that is not adequately covered in other Political Science offerings. Prerequisite: RPO 101 or POLI 1101. Previously RPO 450
Intensive General Education Course). Previously RPO 470 Psychology-related Course Descriptions
Source: Cheyney University of Pennsylvania's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
