Political Science 281 - Comparative Political Economy
Fall
2017
01
4.00
Regine Spector
M W 2:30PM 3:45PM
UMass Amherst
39451
This course introduces core political economy concepts from both classical and modern thinkers while engaging in contemporary debates about the relationship between states and markets. Students will read Smith, Marx, List, Polanyi, Keynes, Hayek, and others, as well as engage with questions such as: What is political economy? Why and how do capitalist systems differ? Why are some countries wealthier and more prosperous than others? What is the role of the state in the economy, market, and development? These questions will be answered using examples from countries in the modern industrial, developing, and post-socialist worlds.
Open to Seniors, Juniors & Sophomores only. Intro to Comparative Politics recommended
Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.