Neoliberalism and the Global Economy (924M1)
Neoliberalism and the Global Economy in an Age of Crises
Module 924M1
Module details for 2024/25.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This course provides students with a grounding in the study of Global Political Economy. Focusing on the postwar period, it examines the evolution of the global political economy and considers its implications for individuals, groups, firms and political authority. In particular, this course traces the evolution of the global political economy from its multilateral grounding in the post war era to its present day globalising tendencies. Paying attention to the important theoretical issues and problems raised by the expansion of the global political economy, the course will focus on three interrelated themes: the internationalisation of production, the globalisation of finance and the changing nature of political authority, or the state on the globalisation of the structures of production, finance and governance and the effects of these trends.
Module learning outcomes
Develop the ability to analyse economic dynamics from a political standpoint
Identify and understand the main forces behind economic globalisation
Identify the main models of socio-economic development
To construct a complex argument about processes related to globalisation
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | T1 Week 7 | 100.00% |
| Essay (4000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 2 Thu 16:00 | 80.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 3 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Samuel Knafo
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Mx Emilia Moscardini-Powers
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Dr Melanie Richter-Montpetit
Assess convenor
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