printer friendly pageINTLPOL 296: Blueprint to Battlefield: Weapons Technology and Sociotechnical Change
War is a technological contest. Yet the development and workings of weapons technologies are commonly treated as the esoteric domain of scientists and engineers, rather than policymakers and policy analysts. Poor outcomes result when those who study, oversee, promote, or oppose the use of armaments fail to understand their origins, effects, and social meanings. This course explores weapons technologies as both material and social artifacts: how and why they are developed, the manner in which their proper uses and implications are contested, and the means by which they are proliferated or eliminated. Emphasis is placed on technologies central to modern global security, from the nuclear warhead to the machine gun, and on analytic tools for assessing their implications.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 4
Instructors:
Tracy, C. (PI)
INTLPOL 298: Practical Training
(Formerly
IPS 298) Students obtain internship in a relevant research or industrial activity to enhance their professional experience consistent with their degree program and area of specialization. Prior to enrolling, students are required to submit a concise proposal to the MIP assistant director outlining the proposed project and work activities. After the internship, students are required to submit a three-page summary of the work completed, skills learned, and reflection of the professional growth gained as a result of the internship. The summary should also include relevance to the degree program. Meets the requirements for Curricular Practical Training for students on F-1 visas. Student is responsible for arranging own internship. Limited to International Policy (INTLPOL) students only. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1-3
| Repeatable
3 times
(up to 3 units total)
Instructors:
Aturupane, C. (PI)
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Mastro, O. (PI)
INTLPOL 299: Directed Reading
(Formerly
IPS 299) Directed reading in International Policy. Course is open to students from all degree programs. To be considered for enrollment, interested students must first submit the International Policy Directed Reading Proposal (
https://fsi.stanford.edu/masters-degree/student-resources), which is due no later than the second Friday of the academic quarter in which they would like to enroll. Proposal requires signature of the advising instructor (email confirmation or e-signature) and should be sent to jjachter@stanford.edu. If approved, a directed reading section will be created for the instructor (if s/he does not already have a section). May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-5
| Repeatable
20 times
(up to 20 units total)
Instructors:
Abrahams, M. (PI)
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Admati, A. (PI)
;
Aturupane, C. (PI)
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Abrahams, M. (PI)
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Admati, A. (PI)
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Aturupane, C. (PI)
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Ball, J. (PI)
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Bennon, M. (PI)
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Boyd, B. (PI)
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Brest, P. (PI)
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Cohen, D. (PI)
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Crowder, L. (PI)
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Diamond, L. (PI)
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Edwards, P. (PI)
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Eggleston, K. (PI)
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Felter, J. (PI)
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Fingar, T. (PI)
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Fukuyama, F. (PI)
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Gottemoeller, R. (PI)
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Grossman, S. (PI)
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Grotto, A. (PI)
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Hancock, J. (PI)
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Jensen, E. (PI)
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Kahl, C. (PI)
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Kushida, K. (PI)
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Lin, H. (PI)
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Lobell, D. (PI)
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Loeb, S. (PI)
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Luby, S. (PI)
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Mastro, O. (PI)
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McFaul, M. (PI)
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McMaster, H. (PI)
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Miller, G. (PI)
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Mistree, D. (PI)
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O'Connell, J. (PI)
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Obradovic, J. (PI)
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Pande, K. (PI)
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Sagan, S. (PI)
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Schlaepfer, A. (PI)
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Sneider, D. (PI)
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Stamos, A. (PI)
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Stoner, K. (PI)
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Tuljapurkar, S. (PI)
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Walder, A. (PI)
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Wise, P. (PI)
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Zegart, A. (PI)
INTLPOL 300A: International Policy Speaker Series
Presentations on international policy topics by Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies faculty and guests. Includes discussion with students. Required for first-year M.A. students in International Policy. Optional for second-year M.A. students in International Policy (to be taken in place of
INTLPOL 300). Enrollment is limited to MIP students.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 1
Instructors:
Aturupane, C. (PI)
;
Fukuyama, F. (PI)
INTLPOL 300J: International Policy Journal
Edit and publish the Stanford International Policy Review (SIPR). Editors can receive credit for their work. Must be approved as an editor and must receive approval from faculty advisor before enrolling. Course is available to second-year MIP students who are editors for autumn and spring quarters. Course is limited to spring quarter for first-year MIP students.
Terms: Aut, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 2 units total)
Instructors:
Fukuyama, F. (PI)
INTLPOL 301A: Research Methods and Policy Applications I
This course provides a conceptual and applied introduction to quantitative social sciences methodology. We will discuss the formal statistical formulation and practical applications of techniques of statistical data analysis. Concepts covered include basics of probability, estimation theory, statistical inference, ANOVA, correlation, and regression analysis. Students will gain practical experience analyzing their own data and interpreting results. We will devote substantial time to "learning by doing" using statistics software. Students will use the Stata programming language to learn the basics of programming, generate data, manipulate real-world datasets, and conduct statistical analysis. Core course so enrollment is limited to MIP students
Terms: Aut
| Units: 5
Instructors:
Schlaepfer, A. (PI)
;
Hampsher-Monk, O. (TA)
INTLPOL 302: The Global Economy
This course examines the economic inter-connectedness of nations. Among the topics covered are the causes and consequences of current account imbalances, exchange rate determination, monetary unification, financial and currency crises, and contagion. In addition, the course includes an assessment of key global financial institutions, such as the International Monetary Fund, and the global effort to reform the international financial architecture. The goal of the course is to equip students with the tools to analyze international macroeconomic issues, events, and policies. Students will analyze economic data of countries with a view to assessing the economic health and vulnerabilities of countries. They will propose policies to address the identified economic vulnerabilities, and will assess the feasibility of policy implementation. In addition, the "In the News" segment in class will discuss and analyze current events in areas relevant to the course. (This course was formerly
IPS 202.) Enrollment limited to Master's in International Policy (MIP) students.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 5
Instructors:
Aturupane, C. (PI)
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Lin, J. (TA)
INTLPOL 340: Technology, Innovation and Great Power Competition (MS&E 296)
This course explores how new technologies pose challenges and create opportunities for the United States to compete more effectively with rivals in the international system with a focus on strategic competition with the People's Republic of China. In this experiential policy class, you will address a priority national security challenge employing the "Lean" problem solving methodology to validate the problem and propose a detailed technology informed solution tested against actual experts and stakeholders in the technology and national security ecosystem. The course builds on concepts presented in MS&E 193/293: Technology and National Security and provides a strong foundation for MS&E 297: Hacking for Defense.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 4
Instructors:
Blank, S. (PI)
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Brown, M. (PI)
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Felter, J. (PI)
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Instructors:
Blank, S. (PI)
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Brown, M. (PI)
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Felter, J. (PI)
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Jonga, S. (TA)
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Lakhtakia, S. (TA)
INTLPOL 352: State Building and the Rule of Law Seminar
(
LAW 5103) This Seminar is centrally concerned with bridging theory and practice. The seminar introduces the key theories relevant to state-building generally, and strengthening the rule of law in particular. This course explores the multidisciplinary nature of development --- through readings, lectures, guest lectures, case studies, and seminar discussions --- and asks how lawyers fit in and contribute to the process? The set of developing countries considered within the scope of this workshop is broad. It includes, among others, states engaged in post-conflict reconstruction, e.g., Cambodia, Timor Leste, Rwanda, Iraq, Sierra Leone; states still in conflict, e.g., Afghanistan, Somalia; the poorest states of the world that may not fall neatly into the categories of conflict or post-conflict, e.g., Nepal, Haiti; least developed states that are not marked by high levels of violent conflict at all, e.g., Bhutan; and more developed states at critical stages of transition, e.g., Tunisia, G
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LAW 5103) This Seminar is centrally concerned with bridging theory and practice. The seminar introduces the key theories relevant to state-building generally, and strengthening the rule of law in particular. This course explores the multidisciplinary nature of development --- through readings, lectures, guest lectures, case studies, and seminar discussions --- and asks how lawyers fit in and contribute to the process? The set of developing countries considered within the scope of this workshop is broad. It includes, among others, states engaged in post-conflict reconstruction, e.g., Cambodia, Timor Leste, Rwanda, Iraq, Sierra Leone; states still in conflict, e.g., Afghanistan, Somalia; the poorest states of the world that may not fall neatly into the categories of conflict or post-conflict, e.g., Nepal, Haiti; least developed states that are not marked by high levels of violent conflict at all, e.g., Bhutan; and more developed states at critical stages of transition, e.g., Tunisia, Georgia, Hungary. Grading is based on participation, a presentation of research or a proposal, and, in consultation with the professor, a research paper. The research paper may be a group project or an individual in-depth research proposal, either of which could be the basis for future field research. CONSENT APPLICATION: The seminar is open by consent to up to sixteen (16) JD, SPILS, and LLM students, and graduate students from other departments within Stanford University. This course is taught in conjunction with the India Field Study component (
Law 5026). Students may enroll for this course alone or for both this course and
Law 5026 with consent of the instructor (12 students will come to India). To apply for this course, students must complete and submit a Consent Application Form available on the SLS website (Click Courses at the bottom of the homepage and then click Consent of Instructor Forms). See Consent Application Form for instructions and submission deadline. (Formerly
Law 259)
Terms: Aut, Spr
| Units: 3
Instructors:
Jensen, E. (PI)
;
Mistree, D. (PI)
INTLPOL 371: Policy Practicum: Assessing the Impact of China's Global Infrastructure Spending on Climate Change
(LAW 8070) Client: Steyer-Taylor Center for Energy Policy and Finance. China is investing in massive foreign-infrastructure construction, notably in emerging economies. Whether that infrastructure is high-carbon or low-carbon will largely determine the future of climate change. In this policy lab, students will advance research that is underway toward two sorts of deliverables: a data-analysis and data-visualization tool to map players, financing structures, and carbon emissions from Chinese-financed infrastructure projects; and a written account of how Chinese-financed infrastructure is playing out in those countries. Research will involve close interaction with officials at key infrastructure-financing institutions in China and around the world. Graduate students from any discipline at Stanford are invited to apply. Data-analysis skills, energy-finance understanding, and proficiency in Mandarin are useful skills for this work but are not required. To apply, submit Consent Application Form available on Stanford Law School website. Form includes instructions and submission deadline. See LAW listing for full description.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 2-3
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