Explores the power dynamics, institutions, and ideas that shape the global capitalist system. Examines how states, markets, and transnational actors interact to structure trade, finance, development and globalization—and who wins or loses in the process. The course combines classic theoretical approaches with contemporary debates on globalization, inequality, economic crises, and strategic competition. Topics include the history of global capitalism, the rise of neoliberalism, trade wars, and the politics of financial instability. While no background in economics is required, students unfamiliar with basic economic concepts may need to suppleInternational Political Economy.)
7 terms
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University of California, Santa Cruz
POLI 160D at UCSC: average GPA 3.05 across 460 students. Grade distribution by term. Explores the power dynamics, institutions, and ideas that shape the global…
Average GPA: 3.05
Grade distribution records: 460 students across 7 terms.
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 6 | 1.3% |
| A | 61 | 13.3% |
| A- | 100 | 21.7% |
| B+ | 66 | 14.3% |
| B | 57 | 12.4% |
| B- | 30 | 6.5% |
| C+ | 20 | 4.3% |
| C | 11 | 2.4% |
| C- | 6 | 1.3% |
| D+ | 3 | 0.7% |
| D | 3 | 0.7% |
| D- | 1 | 0.2% |
| F | 27 | 5.9% |
| P | 46 | 10.0% |
| NP | 7 | 1.5% |
| W | 15 | 3.3% |
Based on 460 student grade records across 7 terms and 2 professors.
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