Course Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for this course, please consider:

• Students should possess the ability to read and write the English language with competence.
• Students should have good technology and web-use skills to take a web-based course.  See Is Online Learning for Me? to determine if you are prepared to take a web-based course.

If you feel you lack any of the above skills, please contact me immediately.

Course Description

This course teaches foreign policies of the major powers in the world community with an emphasis on the United States role in contemporary world affairs.

General Course Purpose

The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the complexities of contemporary international political problems and policies. It is intended for any student with a desire to be knowledgeable of the world around him and is especially recommended for any student who aspires to a four-year degree.