Analysis of the major theories on the functioning of the international political system and the behavior of nations within it.
Courses
PS 856 Field Seminar in Comparative Politics
A broad introduction to the field of comparative politics. It combines a theory-driven approach with a problem-driven approach to analyze key themes in comparative politics. Four paradigms in comparative politics–structural, cultural, rational-choice and institutional–will be …
PS 837
Provides an overview of the formal theory literature in international relations, including international security and international political economy.
PS 836 Formal Models of Domestic Politics
Provides an overview of formal, i.e., game-theoretic, models of domestic politics. This course builds directly upon the material presented in Political Science 835.
PS 818 Maximum Likelihood Estimation
Develops the theory of maximum likelihood estimation and applies it to models for discrete and limited dependent variables common to political and social science data.
PS 817 Empirical Methods of Political Inquiry
Acquaints students with a wide variety of research methods used to analyze political phenomena, emphasizing both quantitative and qualitative approaches.
PS 812 Introduction to Statistical Methods In Political Science
Introductory statistics course for Ph.D. students. Emphasis on probability theory, inference, and the foundations of multivariate least squares and maximum likelihood.
PS 804 Interdisciplinary Western European Area Studies Seminar
PS 801 Research and Writing Seminar
Intended for PhD students in political science to develop a seminar or conference paper into a publishable journal article. Emphasis on editing, revising, and peer feedback.
PS 800 Political Science as a Discipline and Profession
Describes and evaluates major approaches used in political science. Explores issues related to professional development and political science careers.