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George Mason University
   
2016-2017 University Catalog
George Mason University
   
 
 
 
2016-2017 University Catalog 
  
2016-2017 University Catalog

ITRN 715 - Global Environment and the World Economy

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable for Credit
Offered by Schar School of Policy and Government (formerly SPGIA)  
Examines growing relationship between environmental interdependence and developing world economy. Assesses increased globalization of environmental and health issues with a focus on the impact on those issues on international transactions involving trade and development. Attempts to develop an understanding of relationship of scientific knowledge to global environment in context of existing political and economic institutions. Emphasizes formulating and assessing policies and structures for corporations, nations, regions, and international organizations. Tensions among free trade, international competitiveness, and regulatory responses are central. Gives attention to practices of nations and international organizations, emerging forms of regional and international cooperation, and growing use of multilateral agreements.

Schedule Type: LEC
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0