PSCI 244 Politics and Markets: Innovation and The Global Business Environment
- Spring 2027
Innovation remains a central driver of economic growth, but it now unfolds in a world shaped by artificial intelligence, rapid technological change, and heightened political and regulatory scrutiny of business. At the same time, firms operate in a global economy marked by shifting trade relationships, geopolitical tension, and uneven regulatory regimes. In this course, we will study how government institutions shape innovation and how firms develop strategy in an increasingly complex global business environment. Class sessions will be interactive and feature in-depth discussions of real-world topics and cases. We will also welcome several guest speakers during the semester.
- Spring 2025
Innovation remains a central driver of economic growth, but it now unfolds in a world shaped by artificial intelligence, rapid technological change, and heightened political and regulatory scrutiny of business. At the same time, firms operate in a global economy marked by shifting trade relationships, geopolitical tension, and uneven regulatory regimes. In this course, we will study how government institutions shape innovation and how firms develop strategy in an increasingly complex global business environment. Class sessions will be interactive and feature in-depth discussions of real-world topics and cases. We will also welcome several guest speakers during the semester.
- Spring 2023
Innovation remains a central driver of economic growth, but it now unfolds in a world shaped by artificial intelligence, rapid technological change, and heightened political and regulatory scrutiny of business. At the same time, firms operate in a global economy marked by shifting trade relationships, geopolitical tension, and uneven regulatory regimes. In this course, we will study how government institutions shape innovation and how firms develop strategy in an increasingly complex global business environment. Class sessions will be interactive and feature in-depth discussions of real-world topics and cases. We will also welcome several guest speakers during the semester.
- Spring 2021
Innovation remains a central driver of economic growth, but it now unfolds in a world shaped by artificial intelligence, rapid technological change, and heightened political and regulatory scrutiny of business. At the same time, firms operate in a global economy marked by shifting trade relationships, geopolitical tension, and uneven regulatory regimes. In this course, we will study how government institutions shape innovation and how firms develop strategy in an increasingly complex global business environment. Class sessions will be interactive and feature in-depth discussions of real-world topics and cases. We will also welcome several guest speakers during the semester.
- Spring 2019
Innovation remains a central driver of economic growth, but it now unfolds in a world shaped by artificial intelligence, rapid technological change, and heightened political and regulatory scrutiny of business. At the same time, firms operate in a global economy marked by shifting trade relationships, geopolitical tension, and uneven regulatory regimes. In this course, we will study how government institutions shape innovation and how firms develop strategy in an increasingly complex global business environment. Class sessions will be interactive and feature in-depth discussions of real-world topics and cases. We will also welcome several guest speakers during the semester.
- Fall 2016
Innovation is a driving force behind the massive increases in wealth that occurred in the 20th century, and the globalization of business is causing changes in the world's economy that we are only beginning to understand. In this course, we will spend several weeks studying how entrepreneurship and innovation are affected by government institutions. We will then spend several weeks studying business strategy in the global business environment, focusing on the role of regulations imposed by foreign governments and international organizations. Class meetings will be a mix of lecture and discussion, use real-world cases, and feature guest speakers. By the end of the course, you will have a stronger understanding of how businesses shape and are shaped by government policies. There are no prerequisites for this course, though some exposure to political science or economics is useful.
- Spring 2013
Innovation remains a central driver of economic growth, but it now unfolds in a world shaped by artificial intelligence, rapid technological change, and heightened political and regulatory scrutiny of business. At the same time, firms operate in a global economy marked by shifting trade relationships, geopolitical tension, and uneven regulatory regimes. In this course, we will study how government institutions shape innovation and how firms develop strategy in an increasingly complex global business environment. Class sessions will be interactive and feature in-depth discussions of real-world topics and cases. We will also welcome several guest speakers during the semester.
- Fall 2010
Innovation remains a central driver of economic growth, but it now unfolds in a world shaped by artificial intelligence, rapid technological change, and heightened political and regulatory scrutiny of business. At the same time, firms operate in a global economy marked by shifting trade relationships, geopolitical tension, and uneven regulatory regimes. In this course, we will study how government institutions shape innovation and how firms develop strategy in an increasingly complex global business environment. Class sessions will be interactive and feature in-depth discussions of real-world topics and cases. We will also welcome several guest speakers during the semester.
- Spring 2010
Innovation remains a central driver of economic growth, but it now unfolds in a world shaped by artificial intelligence, rapid technological change, and heightened political and regulatory scrutiny of business. At the same time, firms operate in a global economy marked by shifting trade relationships, geopolitical tension, and uneven regulatory regimes. In this course, we will study how government institutions shape innovation and how firms develop strategy in an increasingly complex global business environment. Class sessions will be interactive and feature in-depth discussions of real-world topics and cases. We will also welcome several guest speakers during the semester.