GLOS 8225 - Development and Conflict

3 Hours
Examines the challenges of political and economic development the impact of foreign aid and intervention in contexts affected by civil war, terrorism, crime and violence in contexts affected by civil war, terrorism, crime and violence. Drawing from a variety of disciplinary perspectives, the course explores the impact of conflict and development, the organization and practice of foreign aid and intervention, and the tensions and trade-offs involved in external involvement in conflict-prone settings. It examines theory, evidence and practice for addressing specific policy challenges including economic development, democratization and governance, justice and the rule of law, security sector reform, urban and rural development, public health and the environment.

Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
Pre/Corequisite(s): None.
Requirements: None.