The Maxwell in Washington faculty page can be seen here.
...
PAI 715 | The Emerging Challenge of Disruptive Technologies
This course will examine how disruptive technology may impact a nation’s approach toward its use of diplomacy, information, military, and economic power to advance national objectives. Students will investigate key concepts and impediments to the adoption of technology by organizations and individuals, make educated predictions regarding the role technology could play in competition in the international arena, and assess ethical factors involved in the use of technology, both old and new.
PAI 715: Congress and the Making of U.S. Foreign Policy
This course will examine the role that the United States Congress plays in the making of U.S. foreign policy whether as partners or adversaries with the White House and other Executive Branch agencies. Using historical and current case studies, this course will examine the sources and conduct as well as the actual process of making foreign policy to include addressing the political and bureaucratic dynamics shaping those decisions. Students will examine direct and indirect ways by which Congress impacts U.S. foreign policy action including the appointments clause, the approval of treaties, the authorization, and appropriations processes as well as through oversight and investigations. Students will examine current tensions and frictions between the branches and how that impacts the way the U.S. addresses contemporary challenges. The course will include short lectures, extensive seminar discussion, and will involve significant interaction with guest speakers who have experience addressing the issues raised during the course.
PAI 715 |Space, Policy and National Security
Space, the final frontier of policy. From companies working with the military on space as a national security issue, to policymakers setting up new agencies and regulations to support their domestic space industry, space policy is a high-stakes global competition. This course surveys key national policy and organizational changes in the American and Chinese push for space dominance, while exploring how emerging space powers are navigating this competition. We will also discuss the globalization of space manufacturing and services, the constraints of the domestic industrial base, and the use of space technology for non-military purposes. The course examines these dynamics through case studies and offers a framework for evaluating spacepower in the Indo-Pacific.
PAI 715 | Tech Diplomacy
Explore the rising field of Tech Diplomacy in this cutting-edge graduate course that examines the growing influence of technology in global geopolitics. As cybersecurity threats and digital policy debates increasingly shape international relations, this course equips students with the tools to navigate and lead in this high-stakes arena. Students will develop subject matter expertise in AI, digital infrastructure, and the integrated tech stack that powers today’s global economy. Gain practical skills in public speaking, policy analysis, and strategic decision-making around tech-related investments and innovation ecosystems. Whether you’re aiming for a career in diplomacy, technology policy, or global strategy, this course provides the insight and experience to lead the future of tech diplomacy.
Hybrid / Online
PAI 738 | US Intelligence Community: Governance and Practice
...