AESHM 421
Developing Global Leadership: Maximizing Human Potential
Spring 2015
Instructor: Dr. Andrew Hong
Class: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 – 10:50 A.M.
Contact: 294-6901, ahong@iastate.edu
Office: 131 MacKay Hall
Office hours: Tuesday (2-4 pm) or by appointment
Course Description
The main focus of this course is to have a better understanding of the world we live in today
through the concept of globalization, which is an important component of global leadership.
Globalization is a complex and contested topic that is characterized by more interdependence
and interconnection among people, nations, and cultures than anytime in human history. The
course will also explore cross-cultural differences in human values/behaviors as well as the
global issues that have serious consequences for the future of the world. Course format consists
of lectures, videos, student presentations, small-group discussions, guest speakers, and other
assignments. Blackboard will be used for communication.
Course Objectives
1. To understand what globalization is and how it impacts the lives of individuals, groups,
and nations locally and globally.
2. To develop awareness of cultural, economic, political, and religious differences among
the nations of the world.
3. To gain knowledge of the global issues that is critical to the future of the world.
4. To increase cross-cultural knowledge and sensitivity.
Exams and Assignments
1. One mid-term exam and one final exam. Exams may consist of essays, short answers,
multiple choice and true/false. No make-ups unless the circumstance is supported by
official documentation.
2. Weekly global article: Each student shall read an article from books, magazines,
newspapers, or journals focusing on what is going on or how things are different in other
parts of the world; write one-page summary and commentary; and submit a hard copy on
every Tuesday before the class ends; share it with neighbors in class; and some will share
it with the whole class. This can be an opportunity for students to explore a topic(s) of
personal interest rather than a random selection of articles throughout the semester.
1 Weekly global article can earn maximum 10 points. The one-page report should include
your name, article #, title of the article, summary, commentary, and source of the article.
Submission of the paper alone can earn maximum 7 points. More detailed instruction for
the weekly paper is available through Bb. No make-ups.
3. Group project: A group consisted of 3 students will select a topic on global issues (e.g.,
hunger, climate change, crimes, health, etc.) and develop a research paper. The topics
should be approved by the instructor. Each group will talk about the research progress in
class.
The paper should be minimum 10 pages, not counting the cover page, double spaced, 12
font size, and regular margin. The Group project shall be presented in class with PPT.
Completed hard copy should be submitted by April 2.
The group project will be evaluated based on the 1) overall quality, 2) significance of the
topic to globalization or globalized world, 3) depth of research, analysis, and discussion
of the topic, 4) organization, 5) team work, 6) progress report, and 7) full citation of all
references using APA style. A sample article of APA style is available at Bb.
Grading points and Scale:
Mid-term exam
Final exam
Weekly global article
Group project
Total
100 pts.
100 pts.
130 pts. (variable)
100 pts.
430 pts.
A (100-93%)
B (86-83)
C (76-73)
F (<60)
A- (92-90)
B- (82-80)
C- (72-70)
B+ (89-87)
C+ (79-77)
D (69-60)
Attendance
Class attendance is required throughout the semester and will be checked for each class period. It
is important for you to attend all classes since the course is relying on student’s readings,
discussions, and presentations combined with lectures and videos. Student is responsible for the
course materials covered during his/er absence. Excellent attendance will earn extra 10 points.
Student who must leave in the middle of class should inform the instructor ahead of the time.
Professionalism
Due to the nature of the topics discussed in relation to globalization, diverse and sometimes
controversial perspectives are expected. In dealing with such situations, it is essential to express
one’s own perspective professionally and treat others with respect. Students should constrain
themselves from any behavior disruptive to the class. Be on time and turn off cell phone or any
other beeping devices during the class.
2 Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. The University’s policy can be found at
http://catalog.iastate.edu/academiclife/regulations/#academicdishonestytext (or in the 2014-2015
catalog, p. 45). The ISU catalog defines academic dishonesty as following: “Academic
Dishonesty occurs when a student uses or attempts to use unauthorized information in the taking
of an exam; or submits as his or her own work themes, reports, drawings, laboratory notes, or
other products prepared by another person; or knowingly assists another student in such acts or
plagiarism.”
Disability Resources
If you have a documented disability and anticipate needing an accommodation in this course,
please make arrangements to meet with instructor within the first two weeks of class. Please
bring with you a completed Student Academic Accommodation Request (SAAR) form
specifying any accommodations that you will need. Personnel in the Disability Resources Office,
located on the main floor of the Student Services Building (Room 1076), will help you complete
the SAAR form.
Required Texts:

Steger, Manfred B. (2013). Globalization: A Very Short Introduction. New York:
Oxford University Press.

Seven Revolutions/Center for Strategic and International Studies. Available online at
http://csis.org/files/publication/7revs_student_guide_june2010.pdf
Other Online Resources but not limited to:

YaleGlobal Online Magazine.

CIA World Factbook.

Globalization 101.

Global Post

New York Times World

CNN World.

Time Magazine
Class Schedule
3 Week 1: January 13 and 15
Overview of the course and course requirements.
Defining globalization. Steger, Manfred B. Ch. 1
What is globalization? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtmvksvSvtc .
Keeping the global supply chain moving. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVYcxi1rDgE
Week 2: January 20 and 22
History of globalization. Steger, Manfred B. - Ch. 2.
History of globalization. http://yaleglobal.yale.edu/
Due Weekly global article 1.
Week 3: January 27 and 29
Economic dimension of globalization. Steger, Manfred B. - Ch. 3
Globalization 101. Trade: Liberalization: The “Deregulation” of international trade.
Due Weekly global article 2.
Week 4: February 3 and 5
Economic dimension of globalization- (cont’d).
Globalization 101. Investment: Positive effects of foreign direct investment.
Due Weekly global article 3.
Week 5: February 10 and 12
Cultural dimension of globalization. Steger, Manfred B. - Ch. 5
Globalization 101. Globalization vs. local cultures. The influence of US corporations on local
mores. Due Weekly global article 4.
Week 6: February 17 and 19
Cultural dimension of globalization- (cont’d).
Globalization 101. The integration of cultures. Reaffirmation of local culture.
Due Weekly country report 5.
Week 7: February 24 and 26
Political dimension of Globalization. Steger, Manfred B. - Ch. 4
Globalization 101. Is international law really law? The issue of sovereignty.
Due Weekly global article 6.
Week 8: March 3 and 5
Political dimension of globalization- (cont’d).
Mid-term exam on March 5.
Due Weekly global article 7. 4 Week 9: March 10 and 12
Ecological dimension of globalization. Steger, Manfred B - Ch. 6
Globalization 101. Are international trade and protection of the environment enemies?
Due Weekly global article 8.
Spring Break: March 16-20
Week 10: March 24 and 26
Ecological dimension of globalization- (cont’d).
Seven revolutions. Revolution 2: Resource management
Due Weekly global article 9.
Week 11: March 31 and April 2
Market Globalism. Steger, Manfred B – Ch. 7
Seven revolutions. Revolution 7: Governance.
Due Weekly global article 10. Group project due on April 2.
Week 12: April 7 and 9
Justice globalism. Steger, Manfred B – Ch. 7
Due Weekly global article 11.
Week 13: April 14 and 16
Jihadist globalism. Steger, Manfred B – Ch. 7
Globalization 101. Globalization vs. Asian values. Western values and Islam
Due Weekly global article 12.
Week 14: April 21 and 23
Globalization and conflict.
Seven revolutions. Revolution 6: Security.
Due Weekly global article 13. Group project presentation
Week 15: April 28 and 30
Group project presentation
Week 16: May 4-8
Final Exam
*The syllabus is subject to change throughout the semester.
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