Global Communication and Public Diplomacy
Global news organizations, emerging communication technologies, and the recognition of social networks and ties have had a particularly potent impact on how we communicate internationally, so much so that governments are building capacity in public diplomacy to better manage the impact of media on international relations. This focus area is designed to help students develop skills and theory in public diplomacy so they are better prepared for careers in government service, business, or other fields that require an understanding of the global communication environment.
Students in this track will take 9-12 hours, equivalent to 3-4 courses, from the courses listed below.
| Prefix | Course Name |
|---|---|
| MC 5253 | International Mass Communication |
| GS 5323 | Nation Branding |
| GS 5343 | The Geopolitics of New Media |
| GS 5043 | Politics in a Global Economy (crosslist with POLS 5043) |
| GS 5223 | Culture, History and World Systems (same as SOC 5223) |
| SOC 5333 | Global Population and Social Problems |
| HIST 6130 | Graduate Studies in History (Public Diplomacy) |
| POLS 5673 | Understanding and Responding to Terrorism |
| POLS 5203 | ProSeminar in International Relations |
| POLS 5403 | ProSeminar in Comparative Politics |
| AGCM 5503 | Risk and Crisis Communication in Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources |
| GS 5020 | Independent Study in Global Studies |
| GS 5070 | Special Topics in Global Studies |
Other course as approved by the Director of Academic Programs.