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POLI3510

Globalization

This course examines the political, economic, social, and cultural implications of the increasingly integrated world system. The course focuses on conflicting assessments of international institutions (IMF, World Bank, WTO) and political governance; the impact of economic integration; and the effects of globalization on state sovereignty, democracy, and social cohesion. Specific case studies will include: globalization and the environment; globalization, gender, and work; globalization and immigration/migration; globalization and the illicit economy, and anti-globalization social movements and activism.

Course overview

Department
Political Science
School
MCAS
Credits
3

Requirements fulfilled

  • University Core: Cultural Diversity (All undergraduates)

Requirement eligibility can vary by school, cohort, and section. Confirm the selected section in EagleApps or with an advisor.

Official evaluation summary

4.36 / 5

Based on 299 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-07-23. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • Paul T Christensen
    Fall 2026
  • Paul Christensen
    Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Spring 2023, Fall 2022, Spring 2022, Fall 2021 · Official rating 4.55/5

Sections

  • Section 01
    Fall 2026 · Paul T Christensen · Stokes Hall 295S MWF 11:00AM-11:50AM · Offered