Understanding Globalization: Preparing for the 21st Century

Training Provided by Online Training Directory Interactive course covers economic, political, and cultural dimensions of Globalization. Globalization is the process of integrating national economies, political structures, and cultures into a single, world-wide, interdependent system. In this course we will explore the basics of Globalization: what it is and how to understand it as an economic, political and a cultural phenomenon. This self-paced course examines both sides of the Globalization debate in a unique, interactive learning environment. The course includes: 40 learning modules 110 short question/answer exercises Links to online resources and databases Online quizzes and final exam Discussion Board Modules cover a single topic. Each module uses 2-3 question/answer exercises designed to facilitate learning. Exercises involve data gathering, chart making, research, readings, and links to other sites. Modules take 5 - 20 minutes to complete. The discussion board allows you to share your ideas with other students.

Understanding Globalization: Preparing for the 21st Century Outcomes

Upon completion of the course the student will be conversant with the basics of the debate on Globalization. The course is designed to bring the student "up to speed" on the fundamentals of this important topic.

The student will learn the following:

• Why critics argue that global economic expansion creates poverty in many countries
• Why the U.N., WTO, and IMF are controversial
• How to define, understand, and use basic concepts in global economics such as: Comparative Advantage Trade Deficit Exchange Rate GDP, GNP and Income per Capita
• How to understand the fundamental economic issues related to Globalization, including: Outsourcing Tariffs and Protectionism Policies of the IMF Free Trade Associations: NAFTA
• How to understand basic arguments on political and cultural issues, such as: Human Rights Cosmopolitanism Nationalism

In addition to factual knowledge in the areas listed above, the student will learn researching, communication, and thinking skills.

Assessment

Assessment includes:

• Facilitator reviews of student questions and comments on Discussion Board
• Continuous student self-assessment using question/answer exercises
• Online multiple-choice quizzes
• Final exam (objective, multiple-choice questions)

1. Introduction: What is Globalization? ???Impressions ???Definitions ???Causes ???Global Profiles of Dow 30 ???Unequal Economic Expansion ???Culture Wars ???Global Moral Values ???World Government ???Current Governing Organizations ???Introduction: Quiz

2. Economic Aspects ??? 2.1 Definitions and Concepts ??????Absolute Advantage ??????Comparative Advantage ??????Trade Balance - Is a Trade Deficit Bad? ??????Economics: Short Quiz 1 ??????Interest Rates ??????Exchange Rates ??????National Debt and Foreign Borrowing ??????International Capital Flows ??????GDP, GNP and Income per Capita ??????The Formula: How to Measure GDP ??????Economics: Short Quiz 2 ???2.2 Fact Gathering ??????What Are the Disparities in Global Incomes? ???2.3 Issues ??????Does Globalization mean that Countries Compete? ??????Outsourcing: Do Sweatshops Hurt Developing Countries? ??????Are tariffs justified? ??????Structure and Policies of the IMF ??????Structure and Policies of the WTO ??????Stiglitz''''s Critique of the IMF: Does the IMF cause poverty? ??????Do Free Trade Associations Work? ??????The Example of NAFTA ??????A Skeptical View ??????What Causes Economic Development?

3. Political Aspects ???Foundations of Freedom ???Increasing Freedom and Democracy ???The Case for World Government ???The Disappearance of Borders: Mexico/USA ???Short Quiz

4. Cultural Aspects ???McDonald''''s ???Religious Symbols: The Headscarf Ban ???Capitalism and Values ???The End of Nationalism ???Global Consciousness ???Universal Rights

5. Personal Aspects: What Does This Mean To Me? ???What is My Future? ???Personality Traits ???The New Management ???Final Exam

Contact Hours: 10

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