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NPTG8501A-F17

Intl Security Rsrch & Analysis

An introductory survey of research methods, with special attention to how research can be utilized to inform policies related to international security. The course gives particular emphasis to the processes of identifying research topics and designing research projects. It will also address the basic elements of doing policy analysis. Students who complete the course will be able to read with comprehension and critically assess research produced across a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research methods. The course will also address how to write up and present research proposals and finished research products, and will consider the ethics of doing research. The course will be conducted primarily in lecture format, but some class time will also be devoted to exercises that involve active student participation.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
90700
Subject Code:
NPTG
Course Number:
8501
Section Identifier:
A

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NPTG 8501

All Sections in Fall 2017 - MIIS

Fall 2017 - MIIS

NPTG8501A-F17 Lecture (Knopf)
NPTG8501B-F17 Lecture (Knopf)