Field education is a central component in each student's professional education, and requires 21 hours a week for all four terms of the full-time M.S. degree. Placements provide a range of experiences to integrate with theoretical learning from class work and to develop knowledge, values, and skills for social practice.
CROSS-GENRE SEMINAR
CROSS-GENRE SEMINAR
CROSS-GENRE SEMINAR
Prerequisites: a strong undergraduate background in E-M and classical mechanics. Qualified undergraduates may be admitted with the instructors permission. The basic physics of high energy astrophysical phenomena. Protostars, equations of stellar structure; radiative transfer theory; stellar nucleosynthesis; radiative emission processes; equations of state and cooling theory for neutron stars and white dwarfs, Oppenheimer-Volkoff equation; Chandrasekhar limit; shocks and fluids; accretion theory for both disks and hard surfaces; black hole orbits and light bending.
Priority Reg: MIA and MPA.
The goal of the course is for students to develop an understanding of how the various functional areas of a nonprofit, guided by vision and strategy, interconnect to help a nonprofit organization make progress toward achieving its mission. Students will also explore strategic planning, strategic management, building a strong and inclusive organizational culture, and managing organizational change. Lectures, class discussion, case studies, and group presentations provide students with a platform for exploring key issues raised during the course.
Focusing on the body of knowledge, skills, and values that underpin and parallel course work, this seminar addresses the particular needs of the Reduced Residency student by integrating course concepts with field experience, emphasizing the socialization of the student toward the profession, and increasing their understanding of the societal and organizational contexts of the work. The format encourages learning flexibility, maximum student participation, and student support system development.
An in-depth exploration of the physical processes governing the structure, formation, and evolution of stellar and planetary systems, with emphasis on the underlying astrophysical principles.
Sustainability management matters because we only have one planet, and we must learn how to manage our organizations in a way that ensures that our planet is maintained. The course is designed to introduce you to the field of sustainability management. This is not an academic course that reviews the literature of the field and discusses how scholars think about the management of organizations that are environmentally sound. It is a practical, professional course organized around the core concepts of management and the core concepts of sustainability. This year I am introducing a specific emphasis on urban sustainability as the planet’s urban population continues to expand. Each week we will read one or two cases in management and/or sustainability, and some background material designed to help you answer the questions posed at the end of each case exercise. The cases always pose practical issues for decision makers to address—but issues that are best addressed with a firm grounding in the literature of management and sustainability. The literature and case material we will study this semester are based on lessons learned in government, non-profits and the private sector. However, most of my own work focuses on government and non-profits so this course will emphasize management in public and nonprofit organizations and the role of public policy in sustainability. In this course you will be assigned to one team that will present a briefing in class on an assigned position for a particular case, for which another team will present an opposing view. You will also write three two-page memos according to a specified format. The syllabus includes a schedule for each assignment. There is also a take home final exam that is due the last day of class.
Pre-req: Microeconomics
. This course aims to provide an introduction to cost-benefit analysis and the economic evaluation of government or development programs, projects and policies. The course consists of two parts: theory/methodology in the first half of the semester and application of the learned concepts through an analysis of various case studies in the second half. Case studies will cover the full range of possible applications of CBA -from early education, social policy, health, urban planning, transportation and energy to environmental regulations. Case studies will cover both the US and developing country contexts. In the second half of the semester students will be expected to apply what they have learned by carrying out a cost-benefit analysis on a topic of their choice. The project is expected to include all components of a professional CBA - description of policy or program scenarios to be evaluated, compilation and monetization of the main costs and benefits, development of an Excel model including discounting and sensitivity analysis.
Journalism Essentials/Business - 1 credit
The Business of Journalism will help you to understand the challenges and vicissitudes of this period of historic flux in the journalism industry — not just for your own career development, but because we want you to be partners and innovators in determining new ways to secure the future of journalism.
Journalism Essentials/Ethics - 1 credit
Journalism Ethics explores the ethical issues that often arise in the practice of journalism, including verification of information, the relationship between personal values and journalistic decisions, issues driven by competition, and the impact of relentless deadline pressure.
Journalism Essentials/History - 1 credit
Journalism Essentials: This 7-week module explores the historical development of the values, practices and social roles that cluster around the institution of journalism. In this class, you'll also consider how the press has itself been a significant actor (for better or worse) in politics, war, reform, social movements and other events.
Journalism Essentials/Law - 1 credit
Journalism Law is designed to acquaint you with the basic protections and restrictions of the law as they apply to the practice of journalism in this global era. You’ll also explore significant court cases and fundamental legal rules in the context of political and historical realities, and journalistic standards and practices, both in the United States and internationally.
Journalism Essentials/Business - 1 credit
The Business of Journalism will help you to understand the challenges and vicissitudes of this period of historic flux in the journalism industry — not just for your own career development, but because we want you to be partners and innovators in determining new ways to secure the future of journalism.
Journalism Essentials/Ethics - 1 credit
Journalism Ethics explores the ethical issues that often arise in the practice of journalism, including verification of information, the relationship between personal values and journalistic decisions, issues driven by competition, and the impact of relentless deadline pressure.
Journalism Essentials/History - 1 credit
Journalism Essentials: This 7-week module explores the historical development of the values, practices and social roles that cluster around the institution of journalism. In this class, you'll also consider how the press has itself been a significant actor (for better or worse) in politics, war, reform, social movements and other events.
Journalism Essentials/Law - 1 credit
Journalism Law is designed to acquaint you with the basic protections and restrictions of the law as they apply to the practice of journalism in this global era. You’ll also explore significant court cases and fundamental legal rules in the context of political and historical realities, and journalistic standards and practices, both in the United States and internationally.
Journalism Essentials/Business - 1 credit
The Business of Journalism will help you to understand the challenges and vicissitudes of this period of historic flux in the journalism industry — not just for your own career development, but because we want you to be partners and innovators in determining new ways to secure the future of journalism.
Journalism Essentials/Ethics - 1 credit
Journalism Ethics explores the ethical issues that often arise in the practice of journalism, including verification of information, the relationship between personal values and journalistic decisions, issues driven by competition, and the impact of relentless deadline pressure.
Journalism Essentials/History - 1 credit
Journalism Essentials: This 7-week module explores the historical development of the values, practices and social roles that cluster around the institution of journalism. In this class, you'll also consider how the press has itself been a significant actor (for better or worse) in politics, war, reform, social movements and other events.
Journalism Essentials/Law - 1 credit
Journalism Law is designed to acquaint you with the basic protections and restrictions of the law as they apply to the practice of journalism in this global era. You’ll also explore significant court cases and fundamental legal rules in the context of political and historical realities, and journalistic standards and practices, both in the United States and internationally.
Journalism Essentials/Business - 1 credit
The Business of Journalism will help you to understand the challenges and vicissitudes of this period of historic flux in the journalism industry — not just for your own career development, but because we want you to be partners and innovators in determining new ways to secure the future of journalism.
Journalism Essentials/Ethics - 1 credit
Journalism Ethics explores the ethical issues that often arise in the practice of journalism, including verification of information, the relationship between personal values and journalistic decisions, issues driven by competition, and the impact of relentless deadline pressure.
Journalism Essentials/History - 1 credit
Journalism Essentials: This 7-week module explores the historical development of the values, practices and social roles that cluster around the institution of journalism. In this class, you'll also consider how the press has itself been a significant actor (for better or worse) in politics, war, reform, social movements and other events.
Journalism Essentials/Law - 1 credit
Journalism Law is designed to acquaint you with the basic protections and restrictions of the law as they apply to the practice of journalism in this global era. You’ll also explore significant court cases and fundamental legal rules in the context of political and historical realities, and journalistic standards and practices, both in the United States and internationally.
Journalism Essentials/Business - 1 credit
The Business of Journalism will help you to understand the challenges and vicissitudes of this period of historic flux in the journalism industry — not just for your own career development, but because we want you to be partners and innovators in determining new ways to secure the future of journalism.
Journalism Essentials/Ethics - 1 credit
Journalism Ethics explores the ethical issues that often arise in the practice of journalism, including verification of information, the relationship between personal values and journalistic decisions, issues driven by competition, and the impact of relentless deadline pressure.
Journalism Essentials/History - 1 credit
Journalism Essentials: This 7-week module explores the historical development of the values, practices and social roles that cluster around the institution of journalism. In this class, you'll also consider how the press has itself been a significant actor (for better or worse) in politics, war, reform, social movements and other events.
Journalism Essentials/Law - 1 credit
Journalism Law is designed to acquaint you with the basic protections and restrictions of the law as they apply to the practice of journalism in this global era. You’ll also explore significant court cases and fundamental legal rules in the context of political and historical realities, and journalistic standards and practices, both in the United States and internationally.
This course will provide the analytical ability and practical skills to lead and manage in moments of adversity and opportunity. The frameworks and strategies apply across the sectors from change-makers to start-ups, teams to companies, not-for-profit to government. The focus is on the leadership and management needed at key high-stakes moments: reform processes, large-scale social change, turnarounds, pressures from competition or innovation in the market, pivots, and pervasive and recurrent challenges… The methodology of this class relies on the
case method
using two types of cases: individual student professional leadership cases and pre-prepared case studies. It also draws on readings, structured exercises, videos and role-plays.
Leadership requires a stomach for
uncertainty, discomfort, conflict, and uncomfortable conversations around deeply held values
. The class is used as a crucible to explore and learn about how we operate
beyond our comfort zone. It allows students to practice building the resilience to lead in complex situations.
This course’s format differs from many other courses and does not rely on lectures but instead looks to create an active learning environment in the classroom. We call this learning style
experiential
– we will use ourselves as cases and the class as
a space to practice
and develop our diagnostic, communication, management, and leadership skills.
The course has two dimensions: theory and policy. In the former, the fundamental models of international trade theory will be presented. Using these models we will try to understand why countries specialize and trade, what determines the pattern of trade (i.e. which country will export which good), and how trade affects relative prices, welfare, and income distribution within a country. The second part of the course deals with issues concerning trade policy. We will compare the effects of and rationale behind the usage of various policy instruments such as tariffs, subsidies, quotas, etc. The political economy of trade policy and trade policy in developing countries will also be covered. Additional topics may be included at a later stage if time permits.
Pre-req: SIPAU6401 - Macroeconomic Analysis.
This is a theory and applications course in international macroeconomics and finance. It provides students with tools to analyze real-life international economic policy and financial market situations. The class is primarily meant for those interested in working at international institutions, in diplomatic service, and in the financial sector or media. Lectures are relatively rigorous, though if the student has some first-year economics and knows basic algebra and graphs, they will easily handle the material. While theory is central, policy and market relevance are emphasized through i) discussions on topical issues, ii) study of key episodes to illustrate ideas, and iii) relevant pieces of policy/media/finance sector analysis. In terms of topics, part one will develop analytic frameworks to understand exchange rates in terms of short- and long-term determinants, the balance of payments, and the interaction between the macroeconomic policy, the exchange rate, and macroeconomic outcomes. Then, part two will cover various advanced topics such as the choice of exchange rate regime, the euro, currency crashes, default, and financial crises.
Course Description
Students curate, organize and attend a series of lectures open to all members of the French department, including graduate students, faculty and undergraduate majors/concentrators. Working with a faculty member, they invite two speakers each semester, collaborate on the scheduling and organization of talks, introduce guests and lead the discussion.
The lecture series exposes graduate students to new work in the field, including new methodologies and emerging areas of research and teaching. By giving students the opportunity to select speakers, it actively engages them in the cultural and intellectual life of the department. Students benefit from observing the different possible formats and styles of academic talks. By organizing and scheduling events, preparing speaker introductions and moderating questions and discussion, they also develop important professional skills.
Field education is a central component in each student's professional education, and requires 21 hours a week for all four terms of the full-time M.S. degree. Placements provide a range of experiences to integrate with theoretical learning from class work and to develop knowledge, values, and skills for social practice.
Field education is a central component in each student's professional education, and requires 21 hours a week for all four terms of the full-time M.S. degree. Placements provide a range of experiences to integrate with theoretical learning from class work and to develop knowledge, values, and skills for social practice.
Field education is a central component in each student's professional education, and requires 21 hours a week for all four terms of the full-time M.S. degree. Placements provide a range of experiences to integrate with theoretical learning from class work and to develop knowledge, values, and skills for social practice.
Field education is a central component in each student's professional education, and requires 21 hours a week for all four terms of the full-time M.S. degree. Placements provide a range of experiences to integrate with theoretical learning from class work and to develop knowledge, values, and skills for social practice.
Medieval and Renaissance Philology for MA students.
This discussion and presentation-based course will provide exposure to integrative research design through case studies across a range of key topics, with a focus on questions relating to climate and environment. The course will explore how the combination of traditional approaches and innovations in theory and methods can advance research by generating integrative, cross-cutting questions and creatively leveraging newly available technologies. Research design issues, data limitations, systemic constraints and anticipated future developments will be considered for each subject area. Students will be exposed to the challenges, limitations, and processes of successful studies, as well as less successful programs, to provide a practical awareness and guidance toward the development of their own research projects. All discussions and critical analysis of case studies will be centered in a co-production framework, with the aim of increasing our awareness of how academic research intersects with climate and environmental justice, and, ideally, how researchers can better contribute toward a just and sustainable world.
Human-caused global change
is increasing the need for forecasts and projections of ecological dynamics under a wide range of plausible future conditions. Systems modeling provides a powerful approach for understanding ecological change at individual-organism to global scales and has a rich history in ecology. However, training in systems modeling is not widely available. This course provides basic theory of terrestrial systems modeling and will prepare students to begin to integrate systems modeling into their own research. The course addresses the foundations and history of systems modeling, surveys the state of the science, and introduces students to frontiers in systems modeling. Paper readings will cover a wide range of ecological topics, including forest ecology, biogeochemical cycling, climate change, animal movement, and human land use and land cover change. The course will consist of one seminar per week that will be made up of a few lectures, discussion of assigned readings, and student presentations.
This is a Law School course. For more detailed course information, please go to the Law School Curriculum Guide at: http://www.law.columbia.edu/courses/search
Prerequisites: PHYS W4021-W4022, or their equivalents. Applications to atoms and molecules, including Thomas-Fermi and Hartree-Fock atoms; interaction of radiation with matter; collision theory; second quantization.
Suggested Pre- or Co-requisite Course: Macroeconomics.
This course offers a comprehensive understanding of the workings, trends and challenges associated with the provision of cross-border commercial, investment and private banking/wealth management services. We will study the evolution of the global financial system over the past two decades and explore how banks make their decisions regarding the scope and geographical reach of their operations in response to geopolitical and economic circumstances, systemic crises, evolving competitive dynamics at home and abroad, technological change, and latest regulatory developments.
Transformative Storytelling is a blend of theory and practice, emphasizing the transformative power of storytelling in the way that stories are designed and shared. Throughout the course, we will explore how narrative medicine intersects with emerging technology and new modes of communication to create impactful digital experiences focused on health, care, and well-being.
Students will work in pairs to design and prototype a transformative storytelling experience that not only engages the audience but also transforms their understanding. This course integrates paired project work, mentorship, and cutting-edge technologies, fostering a dynamic, hands-on environment where story and code converge.
Over the semester, pairs of students will collaborate to design transformative storytelling experiences that combine storytelling, play, and emerging technology. The project will culminate in a presentation to a panel of subject matter experts during our final class, providing an opportunity to showcase their work and receive professional feedback. The course is modeled after similar labs that the Columbia University School of the Arts’ Digital Storytelling Lab has helped develop or mentor for organizations such as Sundance, Tribeca, and PBS, where storytelling becomes a transformative force through the innovative use of technology.
Note: This course is open to all students, and no previous coding experience is required.
EMPA Reg Priority. Pre-req: Microeconomics.
Cost-benefit analysis and the economic evaluation of policies and projects. The course consists of two parts: methodology and practice. The goal is to be practically adept, not methodologically sophisticated. The goal is to give you the necessary skills and confidence to undertake an independent cost-benefit analysis.
This is a Law School course. For more detailed course information, please go to the Law School Curriculum Guide at: http://www.law.columbia.edu/courses/search
.