GOVT287

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GOVT287

Topics in Political Economy GOVT287 FA

Next Offered in 9899 FA

Market strategy and technological innovation determine a firm's ability to create wealth. The distribution of society's wealth is the responsibility of the state. This course analyzes the tension between private wealth and public redistribution. It considers the dynamics and repercussions of capitalism as a system of economics and social organization. First, we look at the nature of work and employment. Second, we analyze the development of capitalism in the West. Third, we investigate the changing nature of international competition: how do firms adjust and how do labor unions react to turbulent environments? Finally, we consider the interaction of political power, gender and class domination in contemporary political economies. This entails a critique of liberalism and collectivism.

MAJOR READINGS

Pertinent texts in the field.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

One reading summary, and one analytical essay, midterm and final examination.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: SBS GOVT

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-03-1998

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