Introduction to Sociology

The American Business School Paris

Course Description

  • Course Name

    Introduction to Sociology

  • Host University

    The American Business School Paris

  • Location

    Paris, France

  • Area of Study

    Sociology

  • Language Level

    Taught In English

  • Course Level Recommendations

    Lower

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    Hours & Credits

  • US Credits

    3
  • Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
    3
  • Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
    4
  • Overview

    COURSE DESCRIPTION :
    This course is an introduction to the basic concepts and methods of sociology. It surveys the main theoretical approaches and a number of key problems in the study of society and social life. Topics include: culture & socialisation, social interaction, groups, organisation & leadership, social stratification & global inequalities, racism & ethnicity, and gender & sexuality.

    The class is a weekly three-hour lecture/seminar where students are expected to contribute to class discussions based on the required readings for each session.

    EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES :
    Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
    - Understand and be able to explain key sociological concepts studied during the semester.
    - Understand the three main sociological theories in terms of their differences and similarities.
    - Understand how the sociological theories apply to broader issues in society today.
    - Understand how the sociological theories connect/complement material studied in other courses (marketing, advertising and psychology etc).

    TEXT :
    Society : A Global Introduction, Macionis, Pearson, 5th ed. Pearson Education, 2012.

    EVALUATION :
    The final grade will be based on a mid-term test (30%), a class presentation (30%), and a final examination (40%).

Course Disclaimer

Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.

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