GLDP 524 - Political and Economic Integration

3 Credit(s)

This course explores models of integration - functionalism, customs union, political integration, and federalism. Dual legislative systems are examined as instruments of harmonization of laws, and the roles of secretariats as vehicles of transition are explored. The course considers historical and contemporary models including the Federation of the West Indies, and the European Union. The course examines shortcomings of, and successful attempts at, political and economic integration.