PSC 412LEC - Comparative Political Institutions

Focuses on institutions and their relationship to political behaviors by elites and masses, as well as their connection to policy outcomes. Examines how institutions such as presidential systems, parliamentary systems, executive powers, electoral rules, and legislative structures such as committees influence political actors’ strategies. Executive-legislative relations and their effects on policy will occupies a central role. Examines states both in the developed and developing world.

Credits: 3

Grading
Graded (GRD)

Typically Offered:
Occasionally