This course will examine the uneven development of regional economic integration efforts in the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Europe within the context of a relationship between globalization and regionalization. It will analyze the relationship between regional institutions (such as NAFTA, EU, CARICOM and ASEAN) and international economic institutions (such as IMF and WTO). Finally the course will assess the economic, social and political implications of processes of regional integration for nation-states and their citizens. (Global) Lect: 3 hrs. Prerequisite: POG 225 or POL 208 Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
