SOC 340 - Organizations, Collective Behavior and Social Movements

Credit Hour(s): 3
An examination of theories and perspectives related to 1) professional, civic, and other complex organizations as they impact members of society, and 2) individual, group and social institutional responses in times of societal transformation or crisis. Through the exploration of concrete historical and contemporary examples, students will consider the bureaucratic, cooperative, and networking processes of formal organizations, as well as the context, stages and typologies of social movements. 3 Credit(s). 3 Contact Hour(s).

This course has been identified in the General Education Curriculum as addressing Exploration Area 4: How Do We Prepare for and Engage in a Meaningful Life?, with Speaking Emphasis.
Prerequisite(s):

SOC 101 - General Sociology
Course Session Cycle: Spring Semester
Course Yearly Cycle: Even Years