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242 Graduate Catalog 2010-2012 Public Affairs PAF G 681 Advanced Studies in International Relations This course provides students with a critical, in-depth assessment of a distinct and specialized area of international affairs— for example, the impact of multinational corporations, or approaches to international conflict resolution. It is designed for students in the International Relations track who have already completed the required six core courses in the track, and it builds on the body of knowledge so acquired. Structured as an intensive seminar, the course includes: study of the relevant literature on the topic, including a critical review of journals; review of the theoretical debates; participation in coordinated team-research projects designed to analyze all the major aspects of the topic and share the results through systematic presentations. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits research project that makes a substantive contribution to critical understanding about a salient issue in contemporary international affairs. Students are also expected to explore in depth the broader context of the thesis topic. The final product is a substantial paper of approximately 60 pages, indicating mastery of pertinent concepts and critical analysis. The thesis is defended before a faculty committee, and also provides the basis for a comprehensive discussion of the broader context. Hrs by arrangement, 6 Credits course of public policy. Readings bridge the disciplinary perspectives of sociology and political science; newer feminist theoretical perspectives on public policy issues and a focus on the intersection of gender, race/ ethnicity and class are included. Prerequisites: PAF G 619, 622, 626, or permission of the instructor. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits PAF G 624 Spring Internship Women in Politics and Public Policy Courses PAF G 619 Contemporary American Public Policy Issues The internship placement begun in the fall is completed and evaluated. Students in the WPPP Certificate Program prepare and present a paper integrating the theoretical knowledge and practical skills gained from their internships. Prerequisites: PAF G 619, 622, 626. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits PAF G 691 Capstone in Public Affairs Under the supervision of an appointed capstone advisor, students complete a policyrelated capstone paper. Hrs by arrangement, 6 Credits PAF G 692 Capstone in International Relations Under the supervision of an appointed capstone advisor, students complete a policyrelated capstone paper. Hrs by arrangement, 6 Credits This fall seminar in the Program for Women in Politics and Public Policy provides an overview of the policy-making process and of electoral politics, and then examines several central public policy issues of contemporary concern, including homelessness and poverty, health, and environmental issues. Readings from the disciplines of sociology and political science analyze how public policy is shaped both by internal processes of government and by interest-group dynamics. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits PAF G 626 Case Study Methodology for Policy Analysis PAF G 622 Fall Internship PAF G 694 Independent Study in International Relations This is an advanced course of independent readings under the guidance and subject to the examination of the instructor. Areas and topics are chosen according to student needs, as determined by review of the student’s completed coursework and academic goals. The director of the International Relations Track will determine the suitability of the independent study proposal and will guide the student to the appropriate faculty supervisor. The proposed project should provide the student with a critical, in-depth assessment of a distinct area of study within international relations that is not covered by available courses. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits In close consultation with the instructor, students in the WPPP Certificate Program develop and begin to work at an internship placement in a city, state, or federal government agency, in a lobbying or research organization, or in a non-profit organization whose work is directly related to public policy. Interns spend 16-20 hours per week in the placement, keeping a record of work activities, skills development, and relationship between course curriculum and learning at the internship. Students meet regularly with the instructor to discuss the progress of their internship placements and write a paper integrating their internship experiences and academic coursework. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits Case studies produce in-depth knowledge of a policy within a narrowly defined framework. They are essential tools for understanding why a policy is enacted, how it is implemented, and which factors contribute to its success or failure. They provide an understanding of policy processes as well as outcomes. This course is designed so students will develop an understanding of the importance of research in policy development, learn fundamental research concepts and principles, become acquainted with significant case studies about policies affecting women, and gain the knowledge and skills necessary to undertake case study research projects in the spring Case Study Seminar (PAFG 627). Prerequisites: PAF G 619, 622 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits PAF G 627 Case Study Seminar PAF G 623 Women in American Politics and Policy Making PAF G 699 Master’s Thesis in International Relations Under the supervision of the appointed thesis advisor, students complete a major This spring seminar in the Program for Women in Politics and Public Policy explores how politics and government affect American women’s lives today and examines the ways that women participate in the political process in order to influence the This seminar puts into practice the lessons students learned in Case Study Methodology for Policy Analysis Research. Students implement their research proposals. They collect and analyze data, decide on recommendations and policy implications, and create dissemination plans. In addition students learn to manage time effectively, work collaboratively, and present their material orally and in writing. Prerequisites: PAFG 619, 622, 626. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits

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UMass Boston - Graduate Studies 2011
Table of Contents
Graduate Program Affiliations
UMass Boston at a Glance
Foreword
Mission Statement
Trustees of the University
Administrative Officers of the University
Academic Calendar, 2010-2012
Admissions
Tuition, Fees, and Payments
Payment Information
Residency Status
Assistantships and Financial Aid
Facilities and Services
Regulations, Procedures, and Degree Requirements
Graduate Programs
Accounting
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Molecular, Cellular, and Organismal Biology
Biomedical Engineering and Biotechnology (Multicampus Joint Program)
Biotechnology and Biomedical Science
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Database Technology
Counseling: Degree Programs
Counseling: Family Therapy
Counseling: Mental Health Counseling
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Creative Writing
Critical and Creative Thinking
Dispute Resolution
Education
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Leadership in Urban Schools
Education: Educational Administration
Education: Special Education
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Teaching of the Visually Impaired
Vision Studies
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Education: Teaching Writing in the Schools
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School of Marine Sciences: Intercampus Graduate School
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Health Policy
Population Health
Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist
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Family Nurse Practitioner
Applied Physics
Public Affairs
Public Affairs
International Relations
Women in Politics and Public Policy
Public Policy
School Psychology
Applied Sociology
Spanish and Hispanic Studies
Graduate Consortium in Women’s Studies
Road Map and Directions to Campus
Campus Map
Telephone Directory
Index

UMass Boston - Graduate Studies 2011