Political Economics

The course presents the fundamental themes and concepts of political economics, analyzed in various geographical and chronological contexts, providing the methodological tools necessary for their understanding.

At the end of the course, the student will have acquired knowledge of the fundamental concepts and themes of political economics in their space-time contexts; They will be able to interpret the data and information regarding a economic and political economic data set, and to communicate in a coherent and organic fashion the correct information, using the appropriate terminology of the discipline. These skills will be acquired through a direct and continuous meeting with the instructor in the classroom. The discussion around the proposed data sets, which will take place from time to time, will be an essential moment of critical reflection and methodological learning. Students opting not to attend the lessons will be able to make use of the educational tools provided by the instructor on Ariel, deepen their knowledge of main topics through special readings with the agreement with the instructor, and of course contact the instructor via email or during office hours.