International Studies

Associate in Arts Degree

The International Studies program provides students with the general education course work and global perspective needed to transfer to a similar program at a four-year institution. It is ideal for students whose career goals are in the fields of international affairs, diplomacy, world languages and cultures, teaching, research, or international business. This program also accommodates individuals seeking two years of college-level course work in the Liberal Arts.

For more information about International Studies, explore the tabs above. This program is housed in the Arts & Humanities Department.

AA International Studies

(P1160)

General Education Foundation
Communication9
English Composition I
English Composition II
Speech Fundamentals
Math-Science-Technology12
Choose from General Education course list
Mathematics
Laboratory Science
Technology
Social Science6
General Psychology
Principles of Sociology
Humanities9
Literature Survey Electives
Choose from General Education course list
History6
Choose from General Education course list
Diversity3
SOC108 or SOC202
General Education Foundation Credits45
International Studies Core
ISA-110Intercultural Communication3
Modern Language12
International Studies Core Credits15
Total Credits60

James Hart
Chairperson, Languages and ESL
Associate Professor, Spanish, Intercultural Communication, and ESL
M.A., Montclair State University
B.A., American University
EH 120A    973-328-2486     jhart@ccm.edu

Nadir Kaddour
Professor, Languages and ESL
M.A., New York University
B.A., University of Algiers
EH 114       973-328-5406       nkaddour@ccm.edu

Courses

Course usage information

ISA-110. Intercultural Communication. 3 Credits.

LECT 45 hrs
This course explores the theory and practice of communication between individuals or groups from different cultures. Topics include a basic theoretical foundation in culture and communication, cultural values, worldview, verbal/nonverbal communication, cultural identity and intercultural competence.

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ISA-215. A Survey of Islam. 3 Credits.

LECT 45 hrs
This course covers the central beliefs and practices of Islam, one of the major world religions. It analyzes passages in the Qur'an and their often varied interpretations among the Muslim community. It studies the life of the Prophet Muhammad and highlights of Muslim history, examines the divisions between Sunni and Shiite Muslims, explores diverse schools of Sharia (Islamic Law), and shows the large common ground Islam shares with Christianity and Judaism in its belief in one God, major prophets, stories and ethical beliefs. Finally, the course analyzes current events in Muslim countries, especially in the Middle East.

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ISA-291. Special Topics - International Studies. 3 Credits.

LECT 45 hrs
This course is an examination of selected topics or issues in International Studies. Topics may differ each time the course is offered. Students should contact the department chair for further information.
Prerequisites: Permission of department chair.

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ISA-292. Special Topics International Studies. 3 Credits.

LECT 45 hrs
This course is an examination of selected topics or issues in International Studies. Topics may differ each time the course is offered. Students should contact the department chair for further information.
Prerequisites: Permission of department chair.