USC Schedule of Classes

Provides overview of formal cultural diplomacy and concentrates on ways in which non-governmental entities communicate across international boundaries and the effects of those interchanges.

Examination of the historical and theoretical basis of diplomatic relationships between states, international organizations, and transnational non-state actors in developing global peace and security policies.

In-depth examination of historical, political, economic, cultural factors that influence public diplomacy efforts within specific geographic regions.

Institutional and cultural perspectives on instruments of state power: military, intelligence, trade and traditional diplomacy; strategic analyses for determining proper use; desirability of combining resources.

Critical examination of challenges and benefits of measuring Public Diplomacy's impact; terminology and mechanics of evaluation, the measurement community, and varying approaches for evaluation

Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the school. Graded CR/NC.

Development and production of original research-based project in the area of public diplomacy. Graded CR/NC.

Special topics in the area of public diplomacy.