Storia del pensiero economico

Semestre 1 · 27038 · Corso di laurea in Economia, Politica ed Etica · 6CFU · EN

The course History of Economic Thought explores the evolution of economic ideas from antiquity to the present, examining key theorists such as Aristotle, Aquinas, Hobbes, Locke, Smith, Ricardo, Marx, and Keynes. It situates their contributions within broader philosophical, political, and social contexts, highlighting the connections and contrasts among different schools of thought. Students will develop the ability to relate historical economic theories to contemporary issues, fostering critical analysis and innovative approaches to modern economic challenges.

Docenti: Sören Eberhard Schuster

Ore didattica frontale: 36
Ore di laboratorio: -
Obbligo di frequenza: Attendance suggested, but not mandatory

Argomenti dell'insegnamento
- The History of Economic Thought: Introduction & Methodology - Roots of Economic Thought: Aristotle and Ancient Greece - Scholastic Economic Thought: Thomas Aquinas - Beginning of Modern Economic Thought: Thomas Hobbes & John Locke - Mercantilist Economics 6. Adam Smith and the Wealth of Nations - Classical Economics: David Ricardo - Karl Marx and the Critique of Political Economy - Jevons, Menger, Walras: Marginal Revolution and Methodenstreit - Neoclassical Economics: Robbins & Marshall - Foundations of Modern Macro-economics: Keynes & Friedman -Tendencies in Modern Economic Thought

Insegnamenti propedeutici
None

Modalità di insegnamento
Front-of-class teaching

Modalità d'esame
90-minute written exam

Criteri di valutazione
Students will be evaluated based on their ability to demonstrate understanding of key concepts, thinkers, and developments in the history of economic thought. The written exam will assess knowledge, clarity of argument, use of relevant examples, and the ability to critically engage with the material.

Bibliografia obbligatoria

Will be provided during the course and made available via Microsoft Teams.

Bibliografia facoltativa

Will be provided during the course and made available via Microsoft Teams.

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