2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

PS 341 Social Welfare Policy 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Prerequisites: SW 240 or instructor’s permission. Primarily for social work majors and social welfare minors.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Study of issues in current social welfare policy and of the significance of social, economic and political factors that influence policy-making and implementation. In addition, students also learn various techniques of policy evaluation and review. Notes: Cross listed as SW 341.

PS 340 International Organizations 4 cr.

• Offered: Contact Department
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A study of the structures, roles and function of international governmental and non-governmental organizations. Organizations studies will include the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, the International Monetary Fund and global environmental regimes.

PS 332 Administrative Law 4 cr.

• Offered: Contact department
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Review of the legal and political influences on administrative decision-making. General topics include administrative rule-making, due process of law, judicial and congressional checks on administrative agencies and examination of specific areas of administrative law.

PS 331 Judicial Process 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Introduction to the judiciaries’ participation in the resolution of social conflict. Topics include study of the organization and staffing of courts, examination of judicial power, analysis of the distinctive methods that characterize judicial decision making and appraisal of the proper functions of judges in a constitutional democracy.

PS 321 Politics in Islamic Nations 4 cr.

• Offered: Contact Department
• Prerequisites: EN 211 with a grade of "C" or better and sophomore standing.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • World Cultures University Requirement (WC)

Study of the political ideologies, forces, processes and culture in Islamic countries. Considerable attention is given to the causes and expression of the current Islamist movements, protest and the politics of violence. Major conflicts involving Islamic communities are discussed. Additionally, history and the current state of Western countries’ relationships with Islamic countries is explored.

PS 319 Women and U.S. Politics 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or instructor’s permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course will cover a breadth of issues related to women and politics, including level and forms of political participation, public policies related to women and the role of women in American politics and society.

PS 312 War and Peace in the 21st Century 4 cr.

• Offered: Contact Department
• Prerequisites: EN 211 with a grade of "C" or better and sophomore standing.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Survey of factors shaping the development of strategic and tactical nuclear forces, combined with the study of theories of nuclear deterrence, arms control and disarmament.

PS 309 State and Local Government 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • Perspectives on Society (PERS)

Study of state and local governments, including political systems and politics. Major emphasis is placed on the structure and operation of Michigan government and politics.

PS 307 Principles of Public Administration 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Introduction to theory and practice in the management of public affairs, including the politics of administration, bureaucratic efficiency, personnel, budget and finance and administrative responsibility. Selected case studies used where appropriate.

PS 303 Public Opinion and Voting Behavior 4 cr.

• Offered: Contact Department
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Survey of the determinants of voting behavior. The topics of public opinion and voting behavior are approached through a combination of reading and research. Students are provided a basic understanding of appropriate research techniques.