Professional Competence

Enable students to acquire foundational and specialized knowledge in political science, economics, and political economy, and to apply political-economic theory to analyze social phenomena and public policy.

Research and Critical Thinking

Enable students to understand the history of ideas and philosophical thought in political science and economics, develop a broad humanistic perspective, and apply classical thought to analyze and address current issues.

Interdisciplinary Integration

Enable students to learn and integrate across fields and to apply specialized knowledge in political science and economics to other fields.

International Perspective

Enable students to absorb, understand, and analyze international political-economic issues, and to understand the impact of global issues on local society, politics, the economy, and the environment.

Leadership and Collaboration

Enable students to serve, manage, guide, and influence political-economic organizations and institutions.

Information Analysis

Enable students to use information technology for data collection, data processing, and quantitative analysis.

Civic Spirit

Enable students to develop sound character, civic responsibility, and leadership qualities, and the ability to participate in building a mature civil society.