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Learning at Chapman
MA International Studies
Learning at Chapman
MA International Studies
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Program Learning Outcomes
- Argyros College of Business and Economics
- Attallah College of Educational Studies
- Crean College of Heath and Behavioral Sciences
- College of Performance Arts
- Dodge College of Film and Media Arts
- Fowler School of Engineering
- Fowler School of Law
- School of Communication
- Schmid College of Science and Technology
- School of Pharmacy
- Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
ยป MA International Studies Learning Outcomes
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Global Perspective
- Distinguish key theoretical and policy paradigms of global political economy.
- Analyze in depth sociopolitical processes of development for a chosen region of the world.
- Evaluate core theoretical concepts and patterns of global cultural diversity.
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Research
- Distinguish key methodological paradigms of international studies.
- Construct a theoretically grounded research proposal on a global topic.
- Collect empirical and secondary data on chosen global topic.
- Critically analyze empirical and secondary research data.
- Produce a thesis that clearly communicates conclusions in writing.
- Effectively orally present findings at the International Studies conference.
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Critical Thinking
- Appraise competing theoretical and policy models of globalization.
- Apply social science theory to a chosen global issue.
- Analyze the underlying causes of the problem/issue employing an interdisciplinary lens.
- Devise recommendations on how diverse global actors may address this issue.
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Global Practice
- Identify institutional models of key multilateral and governmental actors in global affairs.
- Evaluate the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in fields of development aid and human rights.
- Practice professional skills and develop multicultural competency working for an international organization.
- Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in a second (non-English) language.
- Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Learning Outcomes
- BA Art History Learning Outcomes
- BA English Learning Outcomes
- BA French Learning Outcomes
- BA History Learning Outcomes
- BA Peace & Justice Studies Learning Outcomes
- BA Political Science Learning Outcomes
- BA Religious Studies Learning Outcomes
- BA Sociology Learning Outcomes
- BA Spanish Learning Outcomes
- BFA Art Learning Outcomes
- BFA Creative Writing Learning Outcomes
- BFA Graphic Design Learning Outcomes
- MA English Learning Outcomes
- MA International Studies Learning Outcomes
- MA War and Society Learning Outcomes
- MFA Creative Writing Learning Outcomes