Teaching

Political Responses to Economic Globalization

This course examines the politics of international economic relations with a focus on domestic political responses to economic globalization. Drawing from the scientific literature in the field of international political economy, the course surveys the welfare and distributional aspects of international trade, investment (FDI), and migration as they relate to the politics of national and international economic policymaking. Topics include: the winners and losers from globalization; the determinants of trade preferences; the politics of exchange rate regimes and capital controls; the politics of foreign direct investment; the role of international treaties, the politics of immigration, and contemporary responses to globalization, such as the rise of populism.

Introduction to International Relations

This course is meant to acquaint students with the core concepts, processes, and issues of international relations. The course covers topics such as international and civil conflict, international political economy, including trade and international investment, the global environment, and international law and human rights.