IBH 2BF3 - History of Capitalism

3 unit(s)

A History of Capitalism from 1500 to the present. This team-taught course introduces students to characteristics of capitalism, core institutions, and explanations for periodic crises. There are opportunities to read selections from leading proponents, agents, critics, and reformers. Essay topics will be negotiated with students, so that there will be an alignment with their programme/faculty.
Lectures (3 hours), tutorial (1 hour)
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above in the Integrated Business and Humanities Program