Lecture

Advanced Political Economy - 02B

This final module synthesizes the course material, encouraging students to critically evaluate the implications of their findings for contemporary political economy.

Students will engage in:

  • Group discussions on case studies
  • Presentations of their analyses
  • Writing assignments reflecting on the course content

This integrative approach ensures that students leave with a solid understanding of the interconnectedness of invention, theory, and economic practice.


Course Lectures
  • This module focuses on the critical role of invention within the framework of political economy. It examines how innovation serves as a catalyst for economic growth and transformation.

    Key topics include:

    • The relationship between invention and economic cycles
    • How investment in technology drives productivity
    • Case studies of significant inventions throughout history

    Students will analyze the implications of these inventions on market dynamics and their contributions to overall economic stability.

  • This module continues the exploration of invention, focusing on its theoretical underpinnings and economic significance. We delve deeper into how creative destruction shapes market landscapes.

    Topics covered include:

    • The concept of creative destruction
    • Impact of technological advancements on employment
    • Policy implications of fostering innovation

    Students will critically evaluate the balance between innovation and economic disruption.

  • This module explores the relationship between neoclassical economics and monetary circuit theory, emphasizing how these frameworks explain economic phenomena.

    Key discussions will include:

    • Comparison of neoclassical and Keynesian views on money
    • The role of banks in the monetary circuit
    • Implications for economic policy and regulation

    Students will engage in debates around the effectiveness of these theories in addressing modern economic challenges.

  • This module builds upon previous lessons, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the evolutionary nature of political economy through historical perspectives on invention.

    Topics addressed include:

    • Historical case studies of transformative inventions
    • Analysis of economic transitions driven by innovation
    • Future trends in political economy related to technological change

    Students will reflect on the cyclical nature of economic development fueled by inventive breakthroughs.

  • This final module synthesizes the course material, encouraging students to critically evaluate the implications of their findings for contemporary political economy.

    Students will engage in:

    • Group discussions on case studies
    • Presentations of their analyses
    • Writing assignments reflecting on the course content

    This integrative approach ensures that students leave with a solid understanding of the interconnectedness of invention, theory, and economic practice.