| APS501 |
Experiential Learning and External Engagement 1 |
3 Credits |
| Focuses on practical, hands-on learning experiences through engagement with external organizations, such as communities, institutions, and industry partners. The course aims to develop professional skills, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the relationship between educational institutions and external stakeholders. |
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| APS501 |
Experiential Learning and External Engagement 2 |
3 Credits |
| Builds upon prior experiential learning, focusing on applying theories and concepts to solve real-world problems and develop innovations in collaboration with external organizations. The course emphasizes project management, teamwork, and fostering strategic relationships with community or institutional partners. |
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| APS503 |
Experiential Learning and External Engagement 3 |
3 Credits |
| Focuses on integrating advanced knowledge and practical experience. Students collaborate with external organizations to conduct research or develop impactful strategies that benefit communities or institutions. Emphasizes systems thinking, leadership, and creating positive social change. |
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| APS600 |
Foundation and Futures of Asia-Pacific Region |
3 Credits |
| This focuses on exploring the Asia-Pacific region from multiple perspectives, including history, economy, politics, and culture, while examining factors influencing the region’s future. Students will gain foundational knowledge and tools for analyzing and forecasting future trends, enabling them to apply these insights in strategic development and management contexts within the Asia-Pacific region. |
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| APS601 |
Principles of Foresight |
3 Credits |
| This focuses the development of skills in forecasting and analyzing future trends by utilizing various methods and tools such as Scenario Planning, Visioning, Horizon Scanning, and Systems Thinking. These approaches aim to support a holistic perspective and prepare for possible future changes across social, technological, economic, environmental, policy, and international relations dimensions. Additionally, this involves training in strategic analysis skills and generating options for decision-making. |
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| APS602 |
Research Methodology |
3 Credits |
| The purpose of this course is to familiarize student with research process in field of Asia-Pacific Studies, both qualitative and quantitative research, and also help formalize their own research interests. In class, students will explore how to develop a research problem and research purpose, how to evaluate and choose research methodology, how to develop a theoretical framework and conduct empirical field research. Students will also learn how to critically present and discuss research issues arise in the thesis as well as how to write up their working paper, thesis, and defend their thesis. |
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| APS710 |
Seminar on International Strategy and Policy Implications |
3 Credits |
| This focuses on analyzing strategy and policy issues in the international arena within the context of contemporary changes and challenges. Students will study core theories and concepts in international relations, international politics, and foreign policy analysis, examining case studies related to security, economics, the environment, and human rights. The course provides opportunities for in-depth discussions and hones students’ skills in assessing policy strategies on a global scale. |
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