Contemporary Debates in Global Affairs a

Debates-Global Affrs & Pu

This course examines many of the central concepts, theories, and analytical tools used in contemporary social science to understand and explain international affairs and public policy. The theoretical literature is drawn from different fields in the social sciences, including comparative politics, international relations, political sociology, psychology, and economics. The course is designed to enhance students' abilities to think critically and analytically about current problems and challenges in international politics, and the decision making processes for addressing them.

Note: Students must also register for a discussion section: GAPP IA2101.

• Instructor: Gideon Rose
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• 3 points

Intro to Quantitative Analysis for Globa

This course provides an introduction to statistical methods for analyzing data in global affairs and public policy. Students learn how to summarize and visualize data, understand probability and sampling, and conduct basic statistical inference, including hypothesis testing and regression analysis.

Using real-world datasets and applied examples, the course builds practical skills in interpreting quantitative evidence and assessing how data inform policy debates and decisions. No prior background in statistics is required. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in quantitative reasoning and the ability to critically evaluate empirical claims in policy contexts.

• Instructor: Alan S Yang
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• 3 points

Analytical Tools for Global Affairs and

Analytical Tools-Global A

This course introduces the core research methods used in the study of global affairs and public policy, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods approaches. Students learn how to design research, collect and analyze data, and evaluate evidence across a range of methodologies such as case studies, interviews, surveys, and basic statistical analysis.

The course emphasizes how different methods can be combined to address complex policy questions. Students develop the ability to critically assess research and design feasible research proposals that integrate multiple forms of evidence. By the end of the course, students are equipped with foundational tools for rigorous analysis and evidence-based policymaking.

• Instructor: Rumela Sen
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• 3 points