Adverse Childhood Experiences and Trauma

ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXP & T

Children who experience safe, stable, and nurturing childhoods that foster resilience undoubtedly experience better lifelong health and well-being. The 1998 landmark study, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), demonstrated that when adults recalled negative experiences, they had significantly higher rates of poor lifelong physical and emotional health. It is through the exposure of the developing brain to this constant toxic stress that results in changes to brain infrastructure, ultimately reducing executive function and increasing the risk of poor lifelong health and well-being outcomes. Despite adversity and presence of ACEs, research has shown that positive childhood experiences can have long-lasting protective effects on adult well-being and health. Designed for second-year students, this service learning course will explore (1) the scientific evidence underlying the impact of childhood adversity on health and social functioning across the lifespan, and (2) strategies to address both the causes and consequences of ACEs and trauma. Students will integrate the knowledge gained in the classroom by developing a service project with their peers. This course will be open to students from other Columbia University professional schools, including but not limited to The School of Nursing and the School of Social Work.

• Department: Population and Family Health
• T 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Bijan Kimiagar
  Info
• 3 points

S APPELLATE ADVOCACY

• Department: Law
• 3 points

Neonatal and Pediatric Advanced Pharmaco

NEO & PEDS ADV PHARM

The goals of this course are to provide students with a knowledge and understanding of clinical pharmacology, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles with application to neonatal and pediatric patients. The prevention and treatment of various disease states affecting neonatal and pediatric patients will be explored. This course will review pharmacotherapeutics including appropriate use, therapeutic medication monitoring, adverse medication reactions, precautions and contraindications, and medication safety as it affects the neonatal and pediatric population.

• Department: Nursing
• M 3:30 p.m.-6:20 p.m.
• Instructor: Susan Villegas
  Info
• 3 points

S ADV CIV PRO:SCHOL/LIT PERSP

• Department: Law
• 2 points

SCENE STUDY II

SCENE STUDY II: CHEKHOV

• Department: Theatre Arts
• F 10 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Brian Kulick
  Info
• 3 points

S ART, CULTURAL HERTIAGE/LAW

• Department: Law
• 2 points

Pediatric Primary Care Nursing IIIA: Cli

CLIN PED PRIM CARE NURSNG

This practicum focuses on the delivery of episodic illness care to children and adolescents in the ambulatory settings and on planning and managing the care of hospitalized children. The Pediatric Clinic is the main clinical setting. Here the student will learn how to assess children with common episodic illnesses, to develop and discuss differential diagnosis, to manage the care of children with minor illnesses, and to work with other health professionals collaboratively. When the illness requires hospitalization, the student will design and implement a plan of care, including discharge plans and teaching. Students utilize their knowledge of common child and adolescent illnesses and the information presented in M6630 and M8670 to assess and develop plans of care for all children and adolescents.

• Department: Nursing
• Instructor: Sabrina Opiola McCauley
  Info
• 4 points

Sexual and Reproductive Health in Humani

SEX & REPRO HLTH IN HUMAN

All people have a right to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, including the millions of people in the world who are affected by conflict, forced displacement, natural disasters or other emergencies. Complex emergencies pose many barriers to the implementation, quality and accessibility of SRH services at the same time as they also carry direct risks to SRHR, including gender-based violence. Most emergency-affected populations include large numbers of women and adolescents, but their SRH needs have too often been neglected in emergency interventions. This short course will help students to understand the challenges of and opportunities for provision of SRH services in humanitarian settings and related policy issues, which constitute a relatively new field of public health. The course will invite experts in this field from organizations active in service provision or advocacy.

• Department: Population and Family Health
• R 4 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Sara E Casey
  h-index: 16 Info
• 1.5 points

CURRENT ISSUES IN STAGE MANAGEMENT

CURRENT ISSUES IN SM

The role of the stage manager continues to change in response to various production models, directing styles, and most importantly: the cultural/social climate in which shows are created, as well as the individual lived experiences of the humans who are involved in the creative process. Theory is vital, but theory must work in practice with the specific people who are in the room with the stage manager. This course will provide a holistic approach to this premise with up-to-date resources, conversations with guest artists, and thoughtful reflection on how the ever-changing theatrical workspace affects moment-by-moment interactions for all stage managers. We will dive into various discussion around diversity, inclusion, and equality and how it relates to the world of theatre and stage management. Guest speakers will join us to provide testimony to their experience within the Broadway community, spark reflection and engage in discussion on how the industry moves forward.

• Department: Theatre Arts
• R 10 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Cody Richard
  Info
• 1.5 points

Investigative Methods in Complex Emergen

INVEST METHODS IN COMPLX

The design, implementation, and evaluation of health interventions in complex emergencies requires a particular professional orientation and skill set. Throughout this course, students will gain practice with and understanding of the complementary roles of qualitative and quantitative approaches and how they can be tailored to emergency settings. By the end of the class, students should be competent in a range of skills including applying complex sampling strategies, designing surveys, leading focus groups and participatory activities with local stakeholders, estimating key epidemiologic indicators, and analyzing data and information from diverse sources. Through individual assignments, group work, lectures, case studies and participatory discussions, students will develop diverse skills and experiences that they will be able to apply to their future work in a range of complex field settings.

• Department: Population and Family Health
• R 9:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.
• Instructor: Claire Greene
  Info
• 3 points

Abortion in the United States: Politics

Abortion in US Politics&P

This course examines a range of historical and current issues relating to the politics and policies of abortion with a focus predominantly on the United States. It will review the history of abortion politics and policy in the United States – and examine how abortion has become so politically fraught – to better understand how access and outcomes have changed over time. In the seven sessions, students will analyze real-time policy debates and developments in the courts, in state legislatures and in federal policy. Students will review recent social science research and messaging research and will engage with a wide range of texts and resources and will hear from experts in the field. The class will delve into recent research studies on abortion access in the post-Roe environment and examine how various laws have impacted abortion access, how immigration status impacts access to care, and how abortion access impacts economic outcomes across the lifecycle. It will review the major Supreme Court cases that have impacted sexual and reproductive health and rights and explore ongoing litigation. Students will also have the opportunity to explore the ways that U.S. international policy have impacted abortion access internationally. Lastly, it will review how states are experimenting with policies that expand access to sexual and reproductive health care and allow students to imagine what inclusive, effective policies could look like at the state, federal and international level.

• Department: Population and Family Health
• W 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Andrea M Flynn
  Info
• 1.5 points

Psychosocial and Mental Health Issues in

PSYCHOSOC IMPCT-FORCED MI

Contemporary armed conflicts and complex humanitarian emergencies create significant mental health burdens and psychosocial suffering that damages health and well-being, limits development, and enables cycles of violence. Taking a multidisciplinary approach, this course examines the sources of psychosocial vulnerability and resilience in situations of forced migration and analyzes what kinds of emergency psychosocial and mental health interventions are most effective, appropriate, and scalable. It reviews broadly the current state of knowledge and practice, surveys practical tools of holistic psychosocial and mental health support in emergency settings, and analyzes the current limitations of the field. The course probes how issues of culture and power shape understandings and measures of mental health and psychosocial well-being, and it invites critical thinking about the implications of the “Do No Harm” imperative in regard to psychosocial and mental health supports. It also encourages thinking about how psychosocial support relates to wider tasks of humanitarian relief, economic and political reconstruction, protection, and peace building.

• Department: Population and Family Health
• T 4 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Claire Greene
  Info
• 1.5 points

Demography and Public Health: Understand

DMGRPHY & PUB HLTH: UND T

Each year there are 146 million births, 57 million deaths, and the world population grows by 89 million people – about 243,000 per day or 10,000 an hour. This has an impact on the people and nations of the world--public health; economies; national security, environment, etc. in countless ways. This course focuses on the determinants of these changes and their consequences for the future health and well-being of the human population. This is also an introduction to how demographers study the determinants and consequences of population trends. The course provides an understanding of the field of demography, the study of human populations, and how they change by birth, death, and migration, and ultimately shape population health. The course builds on an overview in the CORE to demonstrate demographic issues and methods in public health. The course presents population issues and policies in global contexts as well as in the United States.

• Department: Population and Family Health
• M 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Meghan C Gallagher
  Info
• 1.5 points

Human Rights Law, Accountability & Gover

Protection of Human Right

The objective of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the sources and content of international human rights law (IHRL) including who the law protects (rights-holders), who it obligates (duty-bearers), and how human rights are enforced in law and practice. The course will situate the human rights regime within the broader corpus of international law to protect rights in different contexts, including international humanitarian law, international criminal law and international refugee law. Key challenges and contemporary debates in international human rights law will be explored, including the relationship and relative importance of civil and political rights versus economic, social and cultural rights, and the role of the law in holding non state actors accountable for human rights abuses, including corporations and armed groups. The course will profile and discuss how the law has evolved and adapted over time to serve as a dynamic tool to protect individuals. In so doing, we will explore the historical role of civil society in shaping and influencing the development of the law. The course will begin with an overview of the origins and sources of international human rights law and the political factors that shaped its content and that continue to feature in contemporary debates around human rights. Session two will introduce students to the key global and regional mechanisms that seek to enforce human rights in law and practice. Subsequent sessions will explore a limited number of rights in more detail including the right to life, looking at both its civil and political rights dimensions, as well as economic and social rights to food, health and adequate housing that are critical to living a life of dignity. The right to be free from torture and cruel and inhuman treatment will also be explored and situated in the context of contemporary debates around its application to the private sphere including healthcare settings. The final two sessions will focus on the challenge of human rights protection in the context of conflict and displacement. Students will examine the international refugee regime as well as efforts that have been made to develop a framework to protect those who are internally displaced as a result of conflict. The final session will review basic concepts of international humanitarian law (IHL) – who it protects and who it obligates – and also examine the increasingly important relationship between IHL and IHRL, and the evolving system of international criminal law, exploring

• Department: Population and Family Health
• W 4 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Christian M de Vos
  Info
• 1.5 points

Tutorial in Population and Family Health

TUTORIAL POPULATION AND F

• Department: Population and Family Health
• Instructor: Kent Klindera
  Info
• 0-6 points

Advocacy for Sexual and Reproductive Hea

Advocacy for SRH & Justic

Sexual and Reproductive Health, Rights, and Justice (SRHRJ) issues are often subject to intense political debate, overshadowing evidence-based approaches and rational discourse. This course is designed to equip public health students with the tools and skills they need to navigate these complexities and drive meaningful change. This is a course for students who want to understand and practice how their public health degree can be useful within advocacy movements. Together, we will explore the critical role of public health professionals in advocacy, with a focus on SRHRJ. Through a global lens, the course highlights strategies that professionals can use to foster equitable, evidence-driven advocacy. Students will learn to approach these challenges as evidence-based experts, strategic communicators, policy analysts, and collaborative leaders in advocacy movements. By the end of the course, students will not only understand the varied contributions to effective advocacy but also how to actively lead and participate in transformative movements.

• Department: Population and Family Health
• M 8:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.
• Instructor: Bergen H Cooper
  Info
• 1.5 points

Capstone Paper-Heilbrunn Department of P

CAPSTONE

No syllabus.

• Department: Population and Family Health
• 0 points

Abortion: Provision, Practice & Advocacy

Abortion Provision & Advo

Abortion is healthcare and it is crucial for public health students to learn about abortion access in the United States and its significant impact on health outcomes. Abortion has become a complex topic, fraught with political interference and intersects with numerous aspects of healthcare, including reproductive rights, maternal health and social justice. Students will explore the real-word implications of abortion policy through readings, data analysis, vigorous class discussion and guest speakers. Understanding the medical, legal and ethical dimensions of abortions will allow students to develop a comprehensive understanding of reproductive health and the factors that influence it on the ground. By studying abortion, starting from the basics, students will explore the boarder implications of healthcare systems, policy development and overall well-being of individuals and communities. With this knowledge, students will be able to contribute to the development of evidence-based strategies, interventions and advocacy that address reproductive needs and promote equitable access to safe and comprehensive care.

• Department: Population and Family Health
• T 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Meera J Shah
  Info
• 1.5 points

EXCHANGE PROGRAM

• Department: Business
• Instructor: Faculty
  h-index: 37 Info
• 6 points

EXCHANGE PROGRAM

• Department: Business
• Instructor: Faculty
  h-index: 37 Info
• 3 points

CREATIVE PRODUCING

• Department: Theatre Arts
• F 10 a.m.-noon
• Instructor: Steven E Chaikelson
  CULPA: 5 Info
• 3 points

Management Consulting Lab

This full-semester, lab course and strengthens your consulting, problem solving, and communication skills through work on a semester-long project with a company that is based in Africa. Students will work with companies that are enrolled in the Entrepreneurship and Competitiveness Africa. Known as EC-Africa, this program is offered by CBS Executive Education and equips African entrepreneurs with the skills, tools, and contacts to professionalize and grow their businesses in today’s global environment. Each company enrolls a team of two or three senior staff — CEO, founder, managing director, CFO, COO, or other leaders. The companies are all looking to scale. Each company is unique in industry and size, and typically ranges from $1M to $15M in annual revenue, and 10 to 500 employees. To learn more about the EC-America program and the enrolled companies, check out the EC-Africa website (https://business.columbia.edu/ecp)
The class is valuable not only for students who are going to work in management consulting after their MBA, but for everybody who wants to apply their learning from the MBA to the benefit of a company as well as those who want to sharpen their entrepreneurial skills. Through MCL, companies get access to CBS MBA students to work on a critical project. In return, MBA students experience a structured approach to learn 1) rigorous problem solving and project management skills, 2) client interactions, and 3) application of knowledge and skills learned in their coursework. The structure of the MCL course is very different than a normal class. The class is almost entirely project-based, and students are grouped into teams of three depending on their expertise.

The projects with companies from EC Africa, will also provide insights into opportunities and challenges for firms in Africa. Africa is the world’s second-fastest growing region – after emerging Asia – according to the African Development Bank Report. 1.3 billion people live in Africa and according to the United Nations, the population is expected to increase to 2.5 billion by 2050. The working-class population in Africa is growing by 2.7 percent each year (compared to 1.3 percent in Latin America and 1.2 percent in Southeast Asia). McKinsey projects that by 2025 two-thirds of the estimated 303 million African households will have discretionary income and consumer spending will reach $2.1 trillion.1 Not surprisingly, many firms and investors are viewing Africa as having tremendous of potential – but there are also uniq

• Department: Business
• T 6 p.m.-9:15 p.m.
• Instructor: Joe Timko
  Info
• 3 points

EXT: TRUSTS,WILLS & EST PLN

• Department: Law
• 2 points

EXT: TRUSTS,WILLS & EST PLN

• Department: Law
• 2 points

Consumer Finance

• Department: Law
• 4 points

Business and Climate Change

Climate science informs us that global emissions of greenhouse gas emissions must be rapidly and dramatically reduced if humanity is to avoid catastrophic climate change. After three centuries of rising emissions, the entire global economy must now decarbonize in the coming three decades. Fortunately, most of the technologies and investment capital necessary to reduce and eventually eliminate emissions exist or are in development, but the urgency to implement those solutions is critical.
This course provides an overview of climate change, its effects on business, and how businesses can (and should) respond. The course covers emissions sources and their impact on climate change, followed by an exploration of the policy landscape, including current legislation, carbon markets, and climate justice. The course then evaluates current and evolving mitigation technologies, reviews the tools of climate finance, and considers strategies for reducing emissions to net zero. Finally, the course introduces the role of businesses in addressing climate change, including net-zero goals, actions they can take to mitigate their impact, and the perspectives of shareholders.
Throughout the course, the business case for climate action is emphasized, highlighting the economic benefits of taking action to address climate change.

• Department: Business
• R 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
• M 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
• Instructor: Gernot Wagner
  Wikipedia Info
• 1.5 points

Evidence Based Practice II

This 9-week course during the second term of the DPT curriculum is the second one in a series of two courses on evidence-based practice. It equips students to apply or translate research evidence to patient care practices and clinical decision-making.

This course is the second in a series of two courses, which prepare students with knowledge and skills to be an evidence-based physical therapist. The two courses are offered in the first two semesters of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. The American Physical Therapy Association recognizes the use of evidence-based practice as central to providing high quality clinical care and decrease unwanted variation in practice. Evidence-based practice is a method of clinical decision-making and practice. It includes the integration of best available scientific research with clinical expertise and a patient’s unique values and circumstances. This course focuses on appraising various types of research evidence that were not covered in the first course of the series. The various types include prognostic studies, systematic reviews, clinical practice guidelines, studies with alternative designs, and studies of outcome measures.

• Department: Physical Therapy
• 2 points

Evaluation Of Health Programs

EVALUATION OF HEALTH PROG

Program evaluation is an essential competence in public health. Across all areas of public health, stakeholders pose questions about effectiveness and impact of programs and interventions. This course will examine principles, methods and practices of evaluating health programs. A range of evaluation research designs and methods will be introduced and strategies to address challenges in real world program settings will be emphasized. The course will incorporate examples of evaluations of actual health programs and opportunities to learn through professional program evaluation experiences of the instructor. The combination of lectures, textbook readings, examples, discussions, in-class exercises, and an extensive applied group assignment to design an evaluation for a real program will help students gain evaluation skills and an appreciation for the art and science of program evaluation. The goal is for students to learn competencies required of an entry-level program evaluator, including design and implementation of evaluation studies and interpretation and communication of evaluation findings.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• T 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Robert E Fullilove
  Info
• 3 points

COLL IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE

• Department: Economics
• W noon-1 p.m.
• 2 points

SMS Master's Thesis

SOCIOMEDICAL SCIENCES MAS

The Master's Thesis is the capstone requirement of all students in all tracks of the MPH program of the Department of Sociomedical Sciences (SMS). The thesis is intended to reflect the training you have received in the MPH program and demonstrate your ability to design, implement, and present professional work relevant to your major field of interest.

Writing the thesis is an essential experience that could further your career development. Employers seek in potential employees with a MPH degree the ability to write articles and reports, and want to see evidence that you can design studies, analyze data, write a needs assessment, and/or design a health program. If you plan to continue your academic studies, developing expertise and demonstrating your ability as a writer are two important skills required of doctoral candidates. A well-written paper is a great asset that you can bring with you to a job interview or include in an application for further study. The thesis ought to demonstrate your ability to think clearly and convey your thoughts effectively and thereby provide an example of your understanding and insight into a substantive area in which you have developed expertise.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• Instructor: Christian Gloria
  Info
• 2 points

Seminar in Sexuality, Gender, Health, an

SEXUALITY,GENDER,HLTH-HUM

This seminar uses the new scholarship on sexuality to engage with ongoing theoretical conversations and activism in human rights, gender, and health. Pressed by the increasing recognition of the importance of sexuality in a wide range of rights and advocacy work (for example, HIV/AIDS, sexual and reproductive health, and sexual violence), theorists and advocates alike have struggled with complex, sometimes fluid and elusive nature of sexuality. What is this sexuality" in need of rights and health? How does it manifest itself across a range of persons and cultures? And how can culturally and historically situated work about sexuality inform and improve legal and advocacy interventions? The seminar also turns a critical eye on recent scholarship, in light of current issues raised by policy interventions and advocacy in many countries and cultures. Finally, the seminar aims to promote dialogue and exchange between academic, activist, and advocacy work."

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• M 5:30 p.m.-8:20 p.m.
• Instructor: Martez Smith
  Info
• 3 points

Global Immersion: Consulting and Advisin

GIP: Family Enterprises I

Prerequisites / Co-requisites
Students must have completed or be currently enrolled in
any two
of the following courses:



B8579: Navigating Dynamics and Conflicts in Family Enterprise



B8464: Finance in the Family Firm



B8528: Family Enterprise and Wealth



B8521: Foundations of Family Enterprise



B8529: Family Business Management



Many advisors mistakenly equate years of practice with competence, overlooking the need for specialized training in family enterprises. Research highlights a troubling misalignment: while family firms prioritize relational concerns as key drivers of business operations, strategy, decision-making, and work roles, advisors often focus on structural and cognitive aspects. This misalignment can lead to ineffective or even damaging outcomes for both the family and the business. The primary objectives of this course are to identify and build the skills related to the profession of advising family enterprises to increase the potential for creating long-term value for clients and advisors and to create awareness around the biggest risks and mistakes advisors may encounter while advising family enterprises, exploring the concept of code of ethics. This course aims to bridge the gap between advisors' general practices and the specific needs of family enterprises by providing specialized education and firsthand cultural experiences. As culture plays a significant role in shaping the decision-making process of enterprising families, particularly in terms of individualism and collectivism, this class offers a unique opportunity to explore the profound impact of these factors on the identity of such families. By immersing ourselves in Italy, we will witness collectivism in action, gaining invaluable insights into its influence within families and among advisors. Moreover, this international trip provides a platform to experience firsthand the contrasting dynamics of transactional and relational environments, enhancing our understanding of the multifaceted nature of business relationships. By the end of this course, participants will have explored and experienced the core of advising family enterprises as a profession, including appreciating specific skills, interpersonal and value-based competencies, and concrete behaviors showing professionalism to be better prepared to appreciate and navigate the complexities of family enterprises. Travel to

• Department: Business
• T 2:20 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Gaia Marchisio
  Info
• 3 points

ROLE OF THE THEATRE PRODUCER

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• Department: Theatre Arts
• T 10 a.m.-noon
• 3 points

Global Immersion: Bridge of the Americas

Global Immersion: Mexico

Mexico is the U.S. largest trading partner and also the largest economy in the Spanish speaking Latin America. Its strategic position, offers a complex and dynamic business environment with rich opportunities resulting from its geographic proximity to the United States, and its pivotal role in the Latin American innovation ecosystem. These opportunities are accelerated by the changing geopolitical forces shaping global trade, and the rapid adoption of technology and artificial intelligence across financial services, e-commerce, healthcare, education, among other sectors. Mexico, however, has faced hard-to-solve challenges limiting its growth and development potential, including chronic inequality, weak legal institutions, high corruption levels, insecurity, among others, that plague other emerging economies. The objectives of this course are twofold. First, to develop an informed perspective of the critical partnership between the United States and Mexico resulting from their geographic proximity, shared border and security concerns, cultural and social ties, deep economic integration, common environmental challenges, and collaboration in the promotion of regional stability. Second, to analyze the challenges and opportunities facing new and growing entrepreneurs in emerging markets, with focus on the Mexican business and innovation ecosystems as a laboratory that is relevant for many emerging economy settings. The class will assess a combination of established business models with emerging tech-enabled companies and will provide direct opportunities to interact with business leaders, founders, financiers and other important figures in Mexico. This three-credit course meets weekly for half a term in the Spring 2026 in New York, followed by a one-week immersion in Mexico, March 14-21, 2026, including company meetings, field trips and the trip extension to Oaxaca that will allow students to immerse into a rich cultural, gastronomical and art journey. Mexico City and Oaxaca are both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The 2025-2026 Global Immersion Program mandatory fee for all classes is $2,100 and provides students with double occupancy lodging, ground transportation and some meals. It does not cover roundtrip international airfare. Attendance both in New York and in-country and regular participation are a crucial part of the learning experience and as such attendance is mandatory. Students who miss the first-class meeting may be removed from the course. No program fee refunds will be given after the add/drop period has

• Department: Business
• M 10:50 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
• Instructor: Francisco Perez-Gonzalez
  Info
• 3 points

Adv. Topics in Formal Political Theory

Adv Formal Political Theo

This course will prepare graduate students in political science and economics who have completed their basic formal and quantitative training for research in formal political theory. The specific substantive focus of the course will depend on the distribution of students’ interests, but topics will include electoral and legislative institutions, autocratic politics, political behavior, persuasion, and conflict. The topics should be of broad relevance for graduate students interested in political economy across the social sciences.

The course will be conducted primarily in seminar format, complemented by frontal instruction. For each topic, we will focus on a small number of relatively recent articles and working papers. Students will also present on topics related to their own research.

• Department: Political Science
• W 2:10 p.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: Carlo Prato
  h-index: 11 Info
• 4 points

Global Immersion: Green Industrial Polic

Global Immersion: Europe

Europe is at the forefront of climate policy globally. It has ambitious goals, concrete plans, and is working hard on the implementation. It is also facing significant challenges, from high energy costs to sluggish economic growth. Germany, Europe’s largest economy, has been in a recession for 2 years. This class will explore climate through the lens of green industrial policy in Europe, with an eye toward hard-to-abate sectors like steel and cement, the challenges facing companies in these sectors, and the opportunities a push into clean and low-carbon technologies provides.

• Department: Business
• T 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
• Instructor: Gernot Wagner
  Wikipedia Info
• 3 points

Industry Immersion Program American Inn

GIP: Climate Tech

Climate change represents one of the most significant challenges of our time, fundamentally driven by human activities and amplified by the rapid pace of industrialization and economic growth. At its core, climate change is as much a technological problem as it is an environmental one – enabled by outdated methods of energy production, inefficient resource management, and unsustainable infrastructure. At the same time, technology holds immense promise for solutions for mitigating emissions and adapting to the impacts of a warming planet.

American Innovation in Climate Tech is a spring semester elective course designed for Columbia Business School students to explore the cutting edge of innovation in climate technologies. It aims to provide students with exposure to a range of industries and companies at the forefront of innovation. We will explore the latest breakthroughs and emerging technologies for addressing climate impacts in energy generation, alternative fuels, grid modernization, mobility, decarbonized materials, agriculture, and carbon management. By analyzing recent advancements and engaging directly with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and project developers, students will gain practical insights into how new technologies are developed, piloted, and commercialized.

• Department: Business
• T 4:10 p.m.-5:40 p.m.
• 3 points

MICROECONOMIC THEORY COLLOQ

Prerequisites: G6215, G6216, G6211, G6212, G6411, G6412. Students will make presentation of original research in Microeconomics.

• Department: Economics
• W 1 p.m.-2 p.m.
• Instructor: Qingmin Liu
  CULPA: 4 h-index: 14 Info
• 2 points

Labor & Public Finance colloquium

APPLIED MICROECON RES METHODS

Prerequisites: G6215, G6216, G6211, G6212, G6411, G6412. Students will make presentations of original research in Microeconomics.

• Department: Economics
• W 12:30 p.m.-2 p.m.
• 2 points

Sociomedical Sciences Master s Capston

SMS Master's Capstone

The SMS Master’s Capstone course is required for all students in the Master of Science (MS), Accelerated Master of Public Health (MPH), and 4+1 MPH programs of the Department of Sociomedical Sciences (SMS). For MS students, the culminating high-quality written manuscript of this course involves original research or program evaluation based either on primary data collected by the student or secondary analysis of available data. For Accelerated and 4+1 MPH students, the culminating high-quality written manuscript of this course involves comprehensive review of the literature. The student’s work must focus within the field of sociomedical sciences and demonstrate integration of the coursework and training from the master’s program. Based on each student’s methods and areas of study, they will be matched with a faculty sponsor who will provide supervision and mentoring throughout the course.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• Instructor: Christian Gloria
  Info
• 3 points

CRITICAL ISSUES IN THEATRE MANAGEMENT

ARTS LEADERSHIP & AUD DEV

The art of negotiation is a critical skill for stage managers to develop. Conflict resolution, communication, and collaboration are all aspects of theater that require negotiation on many levels. This course will explore these concepts and apply them to the real-world atmospheres in which stage managers must navigate these challenges effectively. Contemporary management texts, role-playing, guest speakers, and lectures/class discussion will illuminate the importance of negotiation as a tool that will be required of all stage managers no matter where they choose to work.

• Department: Theatre Arts
• R 10 a.m.-noon
• Instructor: Donna Walker-Kuhne
  Info
• 3 points

CRITICAL ISSUES IN THEATRE MANAGEMENT

CRIT ISSUES TM:HUMAN RES.

• Department: Theatre Arts
• M 4 p.m.-6 p.m.
• 1.5 points

Global Immersion: The Innovation and Ent

Global Immersion: Israel

This Global Immersion course provides students with knowledge, insights, and experiences with respect to Israel’s innovation ecosystem. What is the “secret sauce” that propelled Israel to its present leadership position, a global innovation and entrepreneurship hub often referred to as “startup nation,” that hails the highest concentration of startups and unicorns per capita? The course's in-class meetings and its one week visit to Israel will provide background and hands on exposure to some of the key drivers, including leadership, politics, economics, geography, and culture. Students will gain an understanding of Israel's unique circumstances and achievements through a combination of academic learnings, guest speakers, business and government leaders that will share first hand experiences and perspectives, and on-the-ground exposure to Israeli businesses, cultural and historical sites. This Global Immersion course begins with six 1.5-hour sessions, followed by a one-week study trip to Israel. The course's pedagogy combines current examples, presentations, guest visits by leaders from business and government. Travel to Israel is planned for March 14-21, 2026. The 2025-2026 Global Immersion Program fee for all classes is $2100 and provides students with double occupancy lodging, ground transportation and some meals; unless an increased fee is otherwise specified in the course description. It does not cover roundtrip international airfare. Attendance both in New York and in country and regular participation are a crucial part of the learning experience and as such attendance is mandatory. Unexcused absences are highly frowned upon and will have negative consequences on class grade, and students who have expected conflicts should not apply for this course. Students who miss the first class meeting may be removed from the course. No program fee refunds will be given after the add/drop period has closed. Please visit the Chazen Institute website to learn more about the Global Immersion Program, and visit the Global Immersion Policies page to review policies affecting these courses. The ongoing conflict in the region over the past two years has fortunately culminated in a recent cease fire, of which the US was instrumental in brokering and enforcing. Nevertheless, it is possible that if the security situation deteriorates, we will have to cancel and offer an alternative travel plan. At present, Columbia's travel insurance provider categorizes Israel and th

• Department: Business
• M 10:50 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
• Instructor: Assaf Zeevi
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• 3 points

FINANCIAL ECONOMICS COLLOQUIUM

• Department: Economics
• T noon-1 p.m.
• 2 points

ISSUES IN NAT'L NOT FOR PROFIT THEATRE

ISSUES IN NAT'L NFP THEAT

The course will acquaint the student with the history, current realities and evolving direction of the American not-for-profit professional theatre.  Through materials and discussion both theoretical and practical, as well as distinguished guests from the field, the class will explore present-day challenges and opportunities related to theatre institutions, artists, audiences and public support.  The class will also investigate the intersection between the not-for-profit theatre field, American culture and larger societal forces. 

The intent of the course is to equip the student with a multifaceted perspective on the past, present and future evolution of the field.  Students are encouraged to make the class their own through the shared exploration of individual areas of interest, ideas, questions and the challenge to brainstorm the future.  The course is also intended to expand understanding of the field from a values-based orientation, including both organizational and personal values.

• Department: Theatre Arts
• T 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
• Instructor: Gigi Bolt
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• 3 points

Structural Approaches to Global Health

STRUCTURL APPROACH-GLOBAL

In recent years, the global public health field has begun to move away from a focus on individual behavior change to one that focuses on “structural and environmental approaches” for health research and intervention. But what are “structural and environmental approaches,” and why the shift? Understanding the definitions, history and evolution of such approaches is important for global public health researchers and practitioners, providing a new way of thinking about improving the health of people locally and globally, in addition to exploring how structural and environmental interventions can be effectively evaluated. The purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to the concept of structural and environmental approaches, an understanding of why such approaches are essential for the future of an effective global health agenda, and a historical overview of the transition in the field from a focus on individual behavior change, to a focus on cultural context, and finally to one of social structural approaches. The class will also include a life course framework into structural approaches for global health and perspectives on the digital environment. This course fits into the MPH curriculum in the Department of Sociomedical Sciences by increasing students’ knowledge and skills of key perspectives and approaches to health research and intervention that incorporate social science theories into global public health interventions.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• R 4 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Anton Castellanos Usigli
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• 3 points

Psychology & Economics of Consumer Finan

Psyc & Econ Consumer Finc

We will use the tools of behavioral economics and psychology to better understand consumer financial decisions and the consumer finance industry. We will examine markets for borrowing (mortgages, credit cards, peer-to-peer lending, payday loans), saving (401(k)s, strategies to promote saving, optimal asset allocation), and insurance (including life, health, and longevity). We will emphasize both how people do and how people should make financial decisions, and the implications for financial services firms. The goal of the course is to not only understand consumer finance, but to emphasize how the lessons from psychology and economics can be used to improve business decisions, foster innovation, and enhance public policy.

• Department: Business Economics
• TWRFS 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• 3 points

Social and Economic Determinants of Heal

SOCL & ECON DETERMNTS OF

Disparities in health and illness related to social and economic inequality in the U.S. Theoretical and empirical research on factors linked to class, gender, racial and ethnic differences that have been hypothesized to explain the generally poorer health and higher rates of mortality among members of socioeconomically disadvantaged groups. Concepts, theories and empirical evidence will be examined to expand our understanding of the impact of structural factors on health behavior, lifestyles and outcomes.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• T 8:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.
• R 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Kim J Hopper
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• 3 points

Coercion and Persuasion in Public Health

PERSUASION & COERCION-PUB

To prevent and control the spread of disease, public health professionals choose from a continuum of possible approaches ranging from persuasive to coercive. At one end of the spectrum, public health seeks to induce voluntary actions or behaviors by appealing to reason and providing information and education. At the other end, it forces people to take actions or refrain from taking actions through the use of laws and regulations. In the middle lies an ethically ambiguous gray area of manipulation, psychological and emotional pressure, incentives, and “nudges.” The difficulty of choosing among these approaches was dramatically apparent during the COVID pandemic. The polarizing debates over issues such as mask mandates and recommendations, travel restrictions, school and business closings, and vaccine mandates illustrated the challenges of using both coercive and persuasive approaches.
This course will explore the uses of coercion and persuasion in public health from the standpoints of ethics, policy, and law. We will analyze a broad range of public health practices ranging from less to more forceful. We will address questions such as: When, if ever, is coercion ethically justified? What principles should guide its application? How should social factors such as race, class, and gender influence our evaluation of coercive measures? What alternatives to coercion are available for achieving a given health outcome? What ethical problems may persuasive public health measures raise? In addition to seminar-style discussion, students will participate in a variety of in-class group activities and exercises that will enable them to critically engage with the course materials.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• R 8:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.
• Instructor: James K Colgrove
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• 3 points

Ethics Of Public Health

ETHICS OF PUBLIC HEALTH

Public health policy is always the product of controversy. Most typically such conflicts are played out in terms of a clash among scientific considerations. But even when not explicit, the controversies entail political tensions and ethical concerns. In this course we will examine the political and ethical dimensions of public health policy, focusing on issues of justice and liberty. Four domains of public health will be examined: the prevention of diseases associated with personal behavior, protection against occupational hazard, epidemic control, and access to health care.
Students will write one short paper based on the readings in Part I and a final term paper of 20-25 pages based on a subject of your own choosing and a conference with Professor Bayer. This course will provide students with an opportunity to examine the underlying ethical tensions in public health. Students will be able to identify the conflicting values at stake and will have the opportunity to learn about how ethical debates unfold and are (sometimes) resolved.
Critical reading, lectures, in class analysis and debate and a final paper will be used by students to achieve the above learning objectives (competencies).

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• M 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Caitlin E McMahon
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• 3 points

Ukraine: Power Politics and Diplomacy

Ukraine: Politics & Diplo

This seminar examines the political development, foreign policy, and historical trajectory of modern Ukraine, with particular attention to its evolving relationship with Russia and the West. The course is divided into three sections: (1) historical foundations of Ukrainian statehood; (2) thematic issues such as nationalism, governance, and Euroatlantic integration; and (3) the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war. Students will explore the origins, progression, and implications of the war, while considering potential paths toward resolution.

• Department: International and Public Affairs
• W 10 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Alexander J Motyl
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• 3 points

Chronic Disease and Community Health

CHRONIC DISEASE,URB, COMM

Our objective is to look at a public health approach to chronic diseases in which prevention rather than treatment is emphasized. Although chronic diseases are numerous, our focus will be on those that are strongly correlated with obesity and for which the creation of opportunities for physical activity are important elements of our prevention agenda. Obesity has replaced smoking as the number one avoidable risk factor for mortality in the United States, and given the increased availability of funding for public health interventions in this domain, focusing our attention on the set of issues is an idea whose time has come. Often, prevention approaches in public health focus on the individual and on changing individual risk behaviors. In this course, by contrast, we will focus heavily on social and environmental factors that affect the choices individuals make about exercise, diet, and taking advantage of preventive services that promote health and prevent disease. Questions are intended to demonstrate that our success in promoting health behaviors will depend in large measure on the social and physical environment of the community. Moreover, interventions to reduce the risk of chronic disease have to consider the social resources that are available - or that can be created - in each setting where health promotion programs and policies are to be implemented. At the core of our efforts this semester, therefore, we will be examining the relationship between individuals, their health seeking and/or risk taking behaviors, and the manner in which their social and physical environment function as part of the problem or as the potential source of a solution.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• M 4 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Robert E Fullilove
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• 3 points

Investing in Social Ventures

This half semester course provides students with the opportunity to perform due diligence on early-stage social ventures
(nonprofit and for-profit ventures with a social or environmental mission). This course is designed for MBA students
interested in impact investing, social entrepreneurship, or philanthropy. The objective of the course is for students to
learn both the theory of investing in early-stage social ventures and the practice of evaluating early-stage social ventures
through a due diligence process. This course is not designed for the evaluation of larger, well-established social
enterprises.

Students are placed in teams to evaluate social entrepreneurs from the Columbia University community who have applied
for funding from the Tamer Fund for Social Ventures. The course is a combination of in-class lectures and discussion, and
practical application of class lessons outside of the classroom. Major topics covered include: the due diligence process,
assessing venture pitches and teams, due diligence in emerging markets, due diligence of non-profits, impact
measurement and management, and valuations and deal structure.

During the course, each student team completes detailed due diligence on their assigned social venture, including
diligence on applicants, the social venture and the sector. The course concludes with student teams submitting a written
due diligence report and a recommendation for funding to the Investment Board of the Tamer Fund for Social Ventures.

• Department: Finance
• R 2:20 p.m.-5:35 p.m.
• 1.5 points

Community Based Participatory Research

COMM-BASED PARTICIPATORY

Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) has received growing attention over the past several decades as international, domestic, funding agencies and researchers have renewed a focus on an approach to health that recognizes the importance of social, political and economic systems to health behaviors and outcomes. The long-standing importance of this approach is reflected in the 1988 Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) landmark report The Future of Public Health and many other publications. The report indicates that communities and community-based organizations are one of six potential partners in the public health system and that building community-based partnerships is a priority area for improving public health. CBPR is not a method but an approach to research and practice that involves the active collaboration of the potential beneficiaries and recognizes and values the contributions that communities and their leaders can make to new knowledge and to the translation of research findings into public health practice and policy. CBPR - as it is often referred - is a collaborative approach to research that recognizes the value of equitably involving the intended beneficiaries throughout all phases of research and program planning, implementation, and evaluation. CBPR is also an important approach to advance health and social equity and is essentially a way to promote and operationalize health and social equity in research settings. This course will provide an examination of the relevant literature in CBPR with a focus on the history, theoretical framework and application of CBPR within public health programs and research, with special emphasis on the role of CBPR in advancing health and social equity.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• M 8:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.
• Instructor: Ohemaa B Poku
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• 3 points

Designing Public Health Interventions

DESIGNING PUBLIC HEALTH I

Behavioral and environmental factors are major determinants of today's most pressing health issues. Community-level behavior change and health promotion interventions are promising strategies to address these issues on a large scale. This course will provide an overview of program planning, implementation, and evaluation – essential public health services and fundamental competencies for professionals working in the field of public health. Although the PRECEDE-PROCEED model will be used as the framework for the course structure and individual assignments, other planning models will also be presented and discussed. By the end of the course, students will develop a deep understanding of the complex processes involved in organizing public health programs, and learn the skills necessary to create a program and evaluation plan in a local community.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• M 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Daniel P Giovenco
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• 3 points

Intro to SMS Research Methods

INTRO-SOCIOMED SCI RES ME

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• M 4 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
• T 4 p.m.-6:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Anindita Dasgupta
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• Instructor: Paris Adkins-Jackson
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• 3 points

Global Immersion: Philippines:

The Philippines is Asia’s rising tiger. It is among the world’s fastest-growing economies with average annual growth of 6 to 7% per year. After a dip in GDP growth during 2020 due to Covid, the economic growth rebounded to 7.6% during 2022. Average annual GDP per person has risen dramatically over the past two decades, from below US$ 1,000 per person in 2000 to US$ 3,500 by 2022. Philippines is on track to become one-trillion dollar economy by 2033. The central bank, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, is well managed and follows a sound monetary policy. The long-term prospect for the country is contingent upon improvement in governance, reducing income inequality, tackling corruption and a better regulatory environment. After losing its way for the past few decades, Philippines seems to be on the right path. We will develop a strong foundation in understanding Philippines’ history, economy, industry and competitive position, before we visit the country. The Global Immersion Program is structured to create this depth through readings and classroom discussion. This course will travel to the Philippines March 14-21, 2026 to Manila, Philippines’ business hub and an island that is yet to be confirmed. The 2025-2026 Global Immersion Program mandatory fee for all classes is $2100 and provides students with double occupancy lodging, ground transportation and some meals. It does not cover roundtrip international airfare into Manila and out of the second location. Attendance both in New York and in-country and regular participation are a crucial part of the learning experience and as such attendance is mandatory. Students who miss the first class meeting may be removed from the course. Please note all international travel involves risk. We do not control the cities and companies we visit. We try our best to plan a safe trip with positive experience. However, if your tolerance for risk or uncertainties is low, GIP is not for you. No program fee refunds will be given after the add/drop period has closed. Please visit the Chazen Institute website to learn more about the Global Immersion Program, and visit the Global Immersion Policies page to review policies affecting these courses.

• Department: Business
• M 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
• Instructor: Medini Singh
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• 3 points

Survey Research Methods

SURVEY RESEARCH METHODS

Survey research is increasingly important for studying structural and social determinants of health, patient-centered care, or to address other evidence needs where first-hand information from individuals themselves are needed—often required—data sources. The course introduces students to principles for designing, conducting, and evaluating survey research that are standard practices in the field. Students who complete the course will learn how to develop and implement a survey, create and evaluate measures, and write up methods and results. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed on applying survey research methods to answer research questions within public health. Students will develop a survey-based project based on their own research interests.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• W 5:30 p.m.-8:20 p.m.
• Instructor: Angela A Aidala
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• 3 points

Global Immersion South Africa:

South Africa has transformed itself into an economic and political power, with membership in the G20 and BRICS, and a dynamic business ecosystem. This forward-looking course will consider the opportunities created by South Africa’s multiple identities, the implications of its particular history, its current challenges, and its position between advanced and emerging markets. Students will develop an intimate understanding of South Africa’s commercial environment and extract insights on creating impact in a range of economic landscapes. The course will delve into South Africa’s ongoing post-apartheid transition, the role of natural resources in South Africa, developments in the country’s new-economy sectors, prospects for innovation and entrepreneurship, and the possibilities created by integration with the African continent. The class will travel to Johannesburg and Cape Town during March 14–21, 2026; the first mandatory in-country meeting will be dinner on March 14 in Jo’burg. The 2025–26 Global Immersion Program mandatory fee for all courses is $2,100 and provides students with double occupancy lodging, ground transportation, and some meals; roundtrip international airfare is not covered. Attendance in New York and in-country, as well as regular participation, are crucial parts of the learning experience; hence, full attendance is mandatory. Students who miss the first in-class meeting may be removed from the course. No program fee refunds will be given after the add/drop period has closed. Please consult the Chazen Institute website to learn more about the Global Immersion Program (GIP). Note that all international travel involves some risks and uncertainties as we do not control the sites that we visit. We draw on our expertise and experience to make every reasonable effort to create a positive and safe learning environment in New York and in-country. The primacy of our safety objective may at times require changes to or deviations from pre-announced programming. If your tolerance for risk or uncertainties is low, the GIP is not the right choice for you.

• Department: Business
• R 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
• Instructor: Brett House
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• 3 points

Global Immersion: Foundations of VC in J

Global Immersion: FVC in

Learning Objectives: (1) To understand and experience the process of investing in early stage startups and how that differs between the US and Japan (a) Sourcing deals from the startup ecosystem (b) Conducting diligence (c) Valuing startups (d) Negotiating term sheets (financial and governance terms) (e) Managing a portfolio post investment (2) To understand the investing landscape: players and resources (3) To understand the structural differences between venture capital and angel investing. This course covers many of the same topics as Foundations of VC and therefore students will not be able to take them both for credit. The course will travel during spring break March 14-21, 2026 to Tokyo, Japan. Global Immersion Program classes bridge classroom lessons and business practices in another country. These three credit classes meet for half a term in New York prior to a one week visit to the country of focus where students will meet with business executives and government officials while working on team projects. Upon return from the travel portion of the class, students may have one wrap up meeting at Columbia Business School. The 2025-2026 Global Immersion Program fee for all classes is $2100 and provides students with double occupancy lodging, ground transportation and some meals; unless an increased fee is otherwise specified in the course description. It does not cover roundtrip international airfare. Attendance both in New York and in country and regular participation are a crucial part of the learning experience and as such attendance is mandatory. Students who miss the first class meeting may be removed from the course. No program fee refunds will be given after the add/drop period has closed. Please visit the Chazen Institute website to learn more about the Global Immersion Program, and visit the Global Immersion Policies page to review policies affecting these courses.

• Department: Business
• T 2:20 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Angela W Lee
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• 3 points

Business and Society

Business School offers important windows into the functions of business and into ways of conceptualizing challenges and opportunities. It also offers valuable cross-cutting tools for analysis, decisions, and leadership. But there’s more…: Very successful and admired business leaders think even more fundamentally and broadly about the economic, political, and social context of business decision making. They understand that the ‘corporation’ is a legal and social construct, not just an economic construct. Support for business corporations has not been and is not absolute and requires business leaders to examine the role of their business and business generally in the broader society — business and society. In contemporary language, what is the ‘purpose’ of business? For whom should the corporation be run? Answers to these questions and others shape business, business careers, and attitudes toward business.
Addressing such cross-cutting questions requires that we examine the business corporation and its role in society through multiple perspectives. In particular, we will study business and society through the lenses of the evolving business organization,
finance and investors, employees, corporate governance, privacy and big data, social movements, social justice, and climate change. To accomplish these views, we will draw on leading CBS faculty and their ideas. In each case, we will complement these ideas with the
experience of leading business practitioners as teaching partners. The introductory and closing sessions will feature longer conversations with a business leader on the role of business in society. Conducting the course in this way brings both ‘business and society’
and Columbia Business School’s ‘ideas, talent, and network’ to center stage.
You will also be co-creating this course with the teaching team. Your presence, preparation, and participation are vital to a successful class experience. The syllabus presents questions and readings to get you ready for our class discussion and analysis.
All of us on the teaching team look forward to working with you!

• Department: Business
• W 2:20 p.m.-5:35 p.m.
• Instructor: R. Glenn Hubbard
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• 1.5 points

S US CIV & CRIM ENF INTL CARTL

• Department: Law
• 2 points

Ethnographic Methods in Health Research

ETHNOGRAPHIC MTHDS/HLTH R

Among the more durable axioms of public health is this: context matters. For ethnography, this is not only an article of faith, but its raison d’etre: ethnography was invented to take context’s measure in order to understand what we’re observing. For our purposes, ethnography refers to both a method – that recursive process of participating, observing, writing/recording and reflecting, in (usually) unfamiliar spaces – and the product of that method – the often lengthy, discursive book- or feature-length documentary that results. Ethnography is distinctive among qualitative research methods in part because of its time commitment, its insistence upon extended experience felt and witnessed, rather than elicited and recounted. It is also experience examined, cross-examined, renewed and re-examined. To navigate as an ethnographer requires negotiated access (sometimes negotiated repeatedly), shifting measures of immersion and reflection, mastery of a mixed toolkit of inquiry, and an acquired ease with uncertainty. If ethnographers commonly find themselves nagged by an aching sense of inadequacy at what they’ve learned, they are nonetheless bent on wresting from it some provisional reconstructions and analyses. Setting aside such signature anxieties, we can also say that ethnography is documentary infused with theory and argument; it is gesture caught, phrased and interpreted. If capturing culture (that staged and enacted document) is its objective, then a certain “talent for the makeshift” (Auden) is essential. Although writing (really: rewriting) remains its preferred medium, it is one rapidly being joined by visual technologies as well, although that variation will not be explored here). This, then, is an intensive seminar in the nuts and bolts of reading and doing such work – and of the reflexivity required to do it well.

This fall our substantive focus will be ethnographies of madness and its treatment, with special attention to emerging work by service users and/or people with direct experience with psychosis – primarily in North America, but touching on experience elsewhere as well.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• R 8:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.
• Instructor: Kim J Hopper
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• 3 points

DoesItAppear

• Department: OFFC OF THE REGISTRAR
• 5 points

INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH

• Department: Architecture, Planning and Preservation
• Instructor: Hera Suh
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• 1.5 points

Society, Health Equity and Health Commun

SOCIETY,HLTH EQUITY&HLTH

The root causes of health inequities are numerous and community-or population-specific. They relate to individual, social, and political determinants of health. Because of its multisectoral and multidisciplinary nature, health communication has emerged as an essential discipline in our quest to achieve health and racial equity both in the U.S. and globally. Among others, the ever increasing socioeconomic divide in the US and in a variety of countries, the persistence of social discrimination in our society (e.g., racism, gender bias, bias toward low-income groups or the LGBTQI+ community, xenophobia, and other forms of implicit and/or institutional bias) as a key barrier to health and well-being, the “empathy crisis”, as well as the disproportionate burden of the COVID-19 pandemic among marginalized, vulnerable and underserved groups have demonstrated that making health communication programs work requires the active participation of affected individuals, communities, and multiple professional sectors in the design of health communication interventions. This involves a diversity-minded, system-driven, and population-specific approach to the development of health communication interventions. This approach also includes a systematic effort to rebuild trust among many groups and stakeholders and address barriers that prevent people from leading healthy and productive lives as well as message design strategies that are based on storytelling and cultural humility principles. This course focuses on a review and critical analysis of health communication approaches and strategies that are inclusive of marginalized, vulnerable and underserved populations and seek to improve health and social outcomes among these groups. The course discusses the role of health communication in the health equity movement, and will prepare students to design effective health communication interventions to reach and engage a variety of groups in support of health and racial equity.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• W 1 p.m.-3:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Renata Schiavo
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• 3 points

S FOOD LAW & POLICY

• Department: Law
• 2 points

New Media and Health

NEW MEDIA AND HEALTH

New media, including online and digital media technologies, are introducing significant change in contemporary societies and lifestyles. Recent examples include the rapid and powerful diffusion of social media and mobile technologies. The emergence of new media and the online revolution intersect with public health in many ways, raising new questions and affording new opportunities for intervention. Public health professionals of the 21st century must attend to and leverage these trends.
This course will introduce and contextualize the role of new media in public health and prepare students to utilize new media tools when designing interventions. The student learning experience is designed to demonstrate new media technologies through a blend of online and classroom modalities, allowing students to take the perspectives of technology users, designers, implementers, and researchers. The course will introduce examples of new media in public health through demonstrations, guest speakers, and literature, and synthesize significant lessons across examples. Students will also engage in design of a new media technology-based project. While learning about the practice of designing and implementing new media tools for public health, the students will take a critical social science perspective, drawing on literature from social informatics and social science of technology. The course is intended for MPH students, particularly those completing certificates in Health Communication, Public Health Informatics, or Health Promotion Research and Practice. This
is a required course for the Health Communication certificate.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• F 8:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m.
• Instructor: Carina Schmid
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• 3 points

S POLICING THE POLICE

• Department: Law
• Instructor: Jeffrey A Fagan
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• 3 points

S SOC & LEGAL REG OF FIREARMS

• Department: Law
• 3 points

Seminar in Research and Professional Dev

SEM IN RESEARCH & PROF DE

This seminar is designed for pre-doctoral students from the Departments of Sociomedical Sciences, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Population and Family Health who have been accepted to the T32, on Social Determinants of HIV, a training grant sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health of the National Institutes of Health. Students in this T32 program are required to take this 2-year seminar (1 credit per semester). The seminar will highlight structural interventions designed to reduce the impact of HIV among underrepresented populations, professional development issues; funding mechanisms such as diversity supplements, diverse research careers for doctoral students in public health, and guest speakers who are experts in HIV structural interventions and social determinants of health. Students will lead many of the seminar discussions and they are given the opportunity to present their work in progress. Graded on a pass/fail basis.

• Department: Sociomedical Sciences
• W 1 p.m.-2:20 p.m.
• Instructor: Gina M Wingood
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• 1 points

INDEPENDENT PROJECTS

• Department: Film
• Instructor: Jack Lechner
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• Instructor: Nico Baumbach
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• Instructor: Benjamin Robbins
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• 1-3 points

LABOR RELATIONS & COLLECTIVE BARGAINING

LABOR RELATIONS & COLL BA

In the theatre, people are your greatest asset (and often the biggest expense in your budget).  A good understanding of Human Resources, labor relations and collective bargaining is critical for any successful venture, organization or production.  In this course, we will cover theory and law behind these topics and tackle practical application of the concepts in our unique employment environment.  We will do simulation work on some of the most common challenges in labor and bargaining, all which will require coordination with your classmates in and out of class.  Given the rapid pace of change in these areas, topics below are subject to change.

• Department: Theatre Arts
• F 10 a.m.-noon
• Instructor: Darren Robertson
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• 3 points

Politics in the World Economy

This seminar is both a critical survey of empirical evidence on foreign aid, trade, and investment and an introduction to modern quantitative research methods used in international political economy. Substantively, the seminar will examine the relationships between economic instruments and human rights, conflict, public opinion, and other topics. It will introduce students to cutting-edge debates in the field. How can the international community best promote human rights? What international factors lead to economic growth? When do countries comply with international laws? When do the economic activities of the international community lead to conflict? More generally, the course will consider the challenges of drawing causal inferences in the field of international political economy.

The seminar will discuss empirical research designs including instrumental variables, field experiments, and regression discontinuity designs. We will read recent scholarship on political economy topics with a critical focus. Students will also produce a research proposal for studying a topic related to political economy, though they do not need to actually conduct this research.

• Department: Political Science
• R 2:10 p.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: Allison J Carnegie
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• 4 points

S GEOPOL/LAW/CONFLICT/KORN PEN

• Department: Law
• Instructor: Jeong-Ho Roh
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• 2 points

LEGAL WRITING PRACTICUM

• Department: Theatre Arts
• M 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
• Instructor: Carolyn J Casselman
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• 1 points

Clinical Seminar in Adult-Gerontology Ac

CLIN SEM ACUTE CARE II

Clinical Seminar in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care is designed to provide the AG-ACNP student an academic environment in which the students share their practicum experience and present case studies and journal articles for discussion with their peers. In this scholarly forum, the students are expected to present selected cases from their practicum in an organized format. The students are expected to facilitate a class dialogue and offer appropriate references.

• Department: Nursing
• M 1 p.m.-2:50 p.m.
• Instructor: Danielle K Zuma
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• 1 points

Advanced Practicum in Acute Care for the

ADV PRAC IN CRIT CARE II

This course will provide an opportunity to synthesize and integrate the advanced practice knowledge and skills acquired through all previous didactic and clinical coursework.  Students will be expected to do clinical case presentations, manage a group of patients of varying diagnoses and variability of acuity, and practice with increasing independence in the acute care advanced practice role. 

Credits increased from 4 to 5, effective Spring 2021.

• Department: Nursing
• Instructor: Danielle K Zuma
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• 5 points

Acute Care Radiology

ACUTE CARE RADIOLOGY

This course engages the advanced practice student in the basics of diagnostic radiology and point-of-care radiologic assessment necessary for today’s practitioner. The course offers the advanced practice student the opportunity to understand the process for selecting appropriate imaging modalities, and also challenges the student to develop novice-level competence in the interpretation of select diagnostic imaging of adults.

• Department: Nursing
• Instructor: Leon Chen
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• 1 points

COL-INTL HUMAN RIGHTS ADVOCACY

• Department: Law
• Instructor: Hina Shamsi
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• 2 points

THEORIES OF WAR AND PEACE

In this course we undertake a comprehensive review of the literature on the causes of war and the conditions of peace, with a primary focus on interstate war. We focus primarily on theory and empirical research in political science but give some attention to work in other disciplines. We examine the leading theories, their key concepts and causal variables, the causal paths leading to war or to peace, and the conditions under which various outcomes are most likely to occur. We also give some attention to the degree of empirical support for various theories and hypotheses, and we look at some of the major empirical research programs on the origins and expansion of war. Our survey includes research utilizing qualitative methods, large-N quantitative methods, formal modeling, and experimental approaches. We also give considerable attention to methodological questions relating to epistemology and research design. Our primary focus, however, is on the logical coherence and analytic limitations of the theories and the kinds of research designs that might be useful in testing them. This course is designed primarily for graduate students who want to understand and contribute to the theoretical and empirical literature in political science on war, peace, and security. Students with different interests and students from other departments can also benefit from the seminar and are also welcome. Ideally, members of the seminar will have some familiarity with basic issues in international relations theory, philosophy of science, research design, and statistical methods.

• Department: Political Science
• F 10:10 a.m.-noon
• Instructor: Jack Levy
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• 4 points

LAW AND VIOLENCE: CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES

LAW/VIOLENCE: CRITICAL PE

Law is often considered to be the opposite of violence: Promising to deliver us from the cycles of violence preceding its arrival, it sets its task as the establishment of a normative order that sanctions arbitrary and illegitimate uses of violence, derives its legitimacy from our consent, and guarantees formal equality to everyone under its rule. Various critics have challenged this conventional understanding of law, however, and examined the numerous ways in which law finds itself entangled with the very violence that it aims to combat. They have pointed out how the enforcement of law often entails the use of coercion and force, that legal decisions involve legitimations of state violence, and that the provision of rights often goes hand in hand with the entrenchment of social inequality and domination.

 

Taking Walter Benjamin’s “Critique of Violence” as a focal point, this course examines a wide range of critical perspectives on the relationship between law and violence. Following our study of Benjamin, we turn to the deconstructionist perspectives represented by Jacques Derrida and Judith Butler. Then we move to the biopolitical critique developed by Michel Foucault, Giorgio Agamben, and Roberto Esposito. Following these continental perspectives, we turn to the American scene and read the criticisms developed by Robert Cover as well as Critical Legal Studies (e.g., Duncan Kennedy, Roberto Unger) and Critical Race Theory (e.g., Derrick Bell, Patricia Williams). In the final section, we examine three thinkers who strive to chart a path beyond the impasses we studied and navigate the aporias arising from law’s entanglement with violence (albeit in very different ways): Hannah Arendt, Jürgen Habermas, and Christoph Menke.

• Department: Comparative Literature and Society, Institute for
• T 4:10 p.m.-6 p.m.
• Instructor: Ayten Gundogdu
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• 4 points

DIGITAL PRODUCING SEMINAR

• Department: Theatre Arts
• M 4 p.m.-6 p.m.
• Instructor: Rachel Sussman
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• 1.5 points

Research Practicum II Elective

This is a 16-week elective that provides students with hands-on experience in clinical research under the direct supervision of faculty. Students participate in a variety of research activities pertaining to the collection, analysis and interpretation of data. Specific course objectives are developed individually according to faculty expectations and the current phase of the on-going research.  Research Practicum II builds on PHYT M8853 and is designed to provide students with the opportunity to integrate the knowledge obtained in the evidence-based courses with supervised hands-on research experience. The elective provides the student with foundational knowledge and skill in the development and implementation of a research protocol targeting the student’s ability to synthesize and organize finding into a cogent written and/or oral research presentation. During this semester, students will work to complete data collection and analysis in preparation for presenting their work in the third year.

• Department: Physical Therapy
• 1 points

Investment Fund Regulation

• Department: Law
• 2 points

Regulation of the Digital Economy

Regulation Digital Econom

• Department: Law
• Instructor: Anu Bradford
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• 2 points

PUBLIC SECTOR POLICY & AMERICAN THEATRE

Students will gain an understanding of public sector planning and policies related to theater and the arts broadly, while also learning how research makes the case for public investment in arts planning, grantmaking, and new facilities. The course will include an overview of research tools and resources to support a final project and in preparation for students’ independent research work.

• Department: Theatre Arts
• T 1 p.m.-3 p.m.
• Instructor: Stacey C McMath
  CULPA: 4 Info
• 1.5 points

ANESTHESIA AND COEXISTING DISEASE

ANES & COEXISTING DISEASE

This course focuses on the complex nature of common coexisting diseases and their influence on safe delivery of nurse anesthesia care in the perioperative period.  Throughout this coure, learners will evaluate information obtained during physical and psychological assessment, review patient data and preoperative testing, and synthesize knowledge to formulate safe, individualized, perioperative anesthesia management plans for patients.

Cultural humility will be incorporated into care plans to develop anesthetic management individualized to patient identities and cultures while including an emphasis on social and cultural health disparities.

• Department: Nursing
• M 9 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
• Instructor: Donald R Jr Boyd
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• 3 points

Building, Rebuilding, and Moving Temples

Rebuilding Temples Japan

This graduate seminar seeks to address impermanence as a salient feature in the history of Japanese architecture by examining the construction, restoration, and relocation of temples buildings and images in Japan during from the Kamakura through early Edo period (13th-17th c.). We will explore how the inherent tensions between old practices of periodic rebuilding (
shikinen sengū
) at Ise and other Shintō sanctuaries, on one hand, and the intended durability of Buddhist temples initially built according to continental East Asian standards, on the other, produced malleable architectural and institutional idioms perhaps unique to Japan. Although buildings will provide the primary framework for the course, we will also delve into parallel phenomena in sculpture and paintings created specifically for interior spaces. Reading knowledge of Japanese and/or Chinese would be helpful for some reading assignments but not essential for the course.

• Department: Art History and Archaeology
• T 4:10 p.m.-6 p.m.
• Instructor: Matthew P McKelway
  CULPA: 6 Info
• 4 points

Japanese Art within the Chinese Cultural

Japanese Art, Chinese Cul

This course aims to explore the stylistic evolution and unique characteristics of Chinese painting across different periods, comparing them with Japanese works that were influenced by them. We will identify the key differences between Chinese and Japanese art and develop fundamental art historical research skills, such as accurately analyzing and articulating the features of artworks. Through a careful reading of the diverse information embedded in these paintings, students will gain the tools to investigate the historical context of their creation and their reception.

• Department: Art History and Archaeology
• T 2:10 p.m.-4 p.m.
• Instructor: Noriko Miyazaki
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• 4 points

Oncology Rehabilitation

Course Overview: This course is designed to integrate didactic knowledge and experiential learning in a clinical setting.

Course Description: This course offers students the opportunity to participate and guide weekly exercise classes for breast cancer patients and survivors. Students have exposure to the clinical setting, design and lead exercise training sessions, and make recommendations for regressions and progressions based on patient responses to exercise. An introduction to current literature describing the benefits of exercise in this patient population is also included.

• Department: Physical Therapy
• 1 points

S CONTEMP CRITICAL THOUGHT

• Department: Comparative Literature and Society, Institute for
• W 6:15 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
• Instructor: Bernard E Harcourt
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• 2 points

S CONTEMP CRITICAL THOUGHT:CRITIQUE AFTE

• Department: Law
• Instructor: Bernard E Harcourt
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• 2 points

Anesthesia Crisis Resource Management (A

ANES CRISIS RES MGMT (ACR

This course will be based on the nurse anesthesia resident (NAR) functioning in simulated anesthesia crisis scenarios. The NAR  will complete assignments, which will focus on crisis management in the perioperative setting. A thorough review of crisis resource management and debriefing skills will be discussed. Each NAR will participate in high-fidelity simulation and debriefing exercises to prepare them for independent management in the clinical setting after graduation.

• Department: Nursing
• 1 points

Nurse Anesthesia Residency IIA

NURSE ANESTHESIA RESIDENC

Clinical experiences provide the opportunity for students to integrate theoretical basis of practice within the clinical setting. Students move along a continuum from healthy adults and children to patients with multi-system failures. The focus is on perioperative theory transfer, development of assessment skills, and the implementation and evaluation of a plan of care. Patient interviews and teaching are integral to the process. Basic principles of decision making are emphasized throughout. Mastery to the specific level of competency is required within a specific time framework. Practice settings include operating rooms, emergency rooms, and diagnostic suites. CRNA faculty members act as facilitators of learning. Clinical conferences and professional meetings help to reinforce and evaluate learning. This is the second of four required residencies.

• Department: Nursing
• Instructor: Maribeth L Massie
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• 1 points