Contemporary theories and models of foreign policy decision making will be used to explain U.S. political, economic and security relations. Selected case studies will highlight the many domestic and external factors thought to be responsible for influencing America's conduct in the international community.

Prerequisite(s): one of Political Science 2231E or International Relations 2702E, or the former International Relations 2701E or Political Science 2244E.

Extra Information: 2 seminar hours.