Ethical...

GES009

S1: Debates in International Relations

Based on the basic knowledge of contending theories of international relations reviewed in the course, students are encouraged to develop their critical thinking skills through policy debate on the current topics of Japan''s international relations.

GES094

S2: Human, Society and Culture in Post-disaster Era

This course explores analytical frameworks that will enable us to understand various issues that emerge in society in post-disaster era, including sociotechnical, cultural and political dimensions.

DPS203

Development Macroeconomics

This course applies the methods of macroeconomics to the problems of developing countries. Topicsinclude: History of Development Economics, Growth Theory, Commodity Export Policy and Terms of Trade,Import Substituting Industrialization, Domestic Savings and Financial Intermediation, External Debt Crisis,　and Australia Model. Prerequisite: PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS.

ENV103

Introduction to Environmental Management

Business enterprises today are faced with many contradictions; they not only seek profit but also seek to fulfill their social responsibilities in areas such as environmental conservation. This course will study the meaning and method of environmental conservation from a management point of view.

LAW222

International Institutional Law

Study of International Institutional Law in the context of International Law. It is desirable to study with the positioning of international organizations in the international legal system. It is desirable to study after taking INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL LAW.

GEN021

N1: Computers and Human Interaction

The role of computers in the electronic age raises many questions regarding applicability, usefulness and limitations, and the relationship to different facet of life. Computers are seen in contemporary perspective as they relate to all aspects of society.

AST101

Invitation to Asian Studies

This course aims to analyze contemporary changes in Asia through an interdisciplinary approach. The course is taught by several instructors who have done research on Asia in various fields, so that students can discuss Asia from different perspectives.

DPS204

Development Microeconomics

This course applies the methods of microeconomics to the problems of developing countries. Topics include: Concepts of Economic Development, Measurement of Poverty, Dualism and Rural-Urban Migration, Consequence of Population Growth, Education and Development, Project Evaluation, Risk-sharing of Farmers, Land Reform, and Green Revolution. Prerequisite: PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS.

GLS101

Global Governance

Introduction to the key theories and issues in global governance. It provides a comprehensive overview of the ways in which the world is governed by a variety of actors.

LAW306

International Human Rights Law

Being offered as an advanced course in the International Law category, this course focuses on the legal aspect of international human rights protection. Topics will include: the analysis of international human rights norms, domestic and international implementation of international human rights law, the UN''s and regional organizations'' human rights protection systems with a particular emphasis on the complaint-filing system by individuals.

GES026

S1: Society and Culture

This course aims to examine a variety of social and cultural issues analytically as well as critically. Focusing mainly on Japanese culture and society, this course requires students to read books written on topics such as groupism, communication, government bureaucracy, environmental protection, the education system, gender relations, internationalization, and/or political culture. Students will write short papers, participate in discussion, and make a group presentation.

BUS207

Management of Multinational Enterprises

This course deals with the various aspects of the management of multinational enterprises. The topics in the class discussion include:-Theories of MNEs-MNEs and Nation States Interaction-MNEs Business Strategies-MNEs Management Function-Japanese MNEs and Their Behavior

ECO332

Knowledge, Institutions, and Economic Growth

This course studies the engines of economic growth and the various related economic issues. In particular, we analyze in more detail the issues of institutions, inequality, human capital and education, national competitiveness, innovation and corporate governance, international trade and globalization, and environment. Prerequite: PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS.

LAW208

International Law I

Historical evolution, nature, structure and function of international law; contemporary legal issues relating to foreign affairs. The course extends over more than a single prerequisite to younger number.

LAW309

Labor Law

Labor laws of Japan and other major countries, systems of labor administration, and international labor conventions and their enforcement.

GEN054

N2: Environmental Studies

This course seeks to promote the sort of environment literacy necessary for cultivation of responsible global citizens. It seeks to help students understand the basic relationship between humans and the natural environment and introduces pressing issues, ranging from environmental pollution, global warming, conservation of biological diversity, and extending to the relationship between the environment and societal changes. It encourages students to envision what they can do to promote environmental health and sustainability.

DPS101

Introduction to Development Studies

Theories policies and problems of development in developing countries are considered. The concept and purpose of development, role of governments in development and economic, social and political factors are covered.

ECO354

Environmental Economics

Provides a survey of environmental policy from the perspective of economics. Topics include principles of environmental economics, air pollution and waste management. Prerequisite: PRINCIPLE OF MICROECONOMICS.

International Law II

Historical evolution, nature, structure and function of international law; contemporary legal issues relating to foreign affairs. The course extends over more than a single prerequisite to younger number.

SOC307

Sociology of Environment

This course will examine socioeconomic and cultural factors that create environmental problems; and also explores environmental and ecological forces that influence our society.