MDST 4080

In this course students examine how the communications technology, media and cultural industries have driven what we know as globalization and given rise to international political, social and media revolutions and counterrevolutions. The course surveys and critically evaluates the major debates, critical perspectives, and theories pertaining to the roles of media and media companies (including social media) on politics, social structures and cultures around the world. [Offering(s): Also offered through Distance Education format.][Restriction(s): Registration in the BMCS program.][Department(s): Media & Communication Studies]