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POLT 313 - Seminar: The Transition to Capitalism in China


This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
East Asian Studies
Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 Credits
Attribute: 4SS

We analyze the achievements and problems of China's ongoing efforts at structural 'reform' from state socialism to capitalistic authoritarianism, sampling the latest studies of political economy (the role of the state in production, trade and finance), political sociology (inequality, stratification, social problems) and politics (resistance, civil society and democracy). Students will write research papers on a topic of their choice; they and the instructor will present and critique drafts.
Enrollment Limit: 15
Instructor: M. Blecher
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: One course in comparative politics or consent of the instructor.

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