States and Markets in the 21st Century

The global economy has long been recognized as a complex system, made up of many variable factors in circular relationships. This course aims to introduce students to the complexity of the international monetary, financial and trade systems, as seen through the relationship between the state and market. Some classical debates between the theorists supporting a minimal versus expanded role of the state in regulating the market will be discussed.

In addition, the question will be poised whether the state remains the most important player in the global economic system or whether it is losing power to other actors such as Multinational Companies or civil society. Economic growth models covered will show students how to compare varieties of capitalist economies. Students will critically analyse dilemmas faced by the state, with emphasis on financial crises and regulation. Students will gain knowledge on aspects of the crucial relationship between the market and democracy. A written policy brief will be the final outcome of the course.

Course leader

Prof. Marta Golonka, Jagiellonian University (Poland)

Target group

The course is intended for students of all levels.

Course aim

This course aims to introduce students to the complexity of the international monetary, financial and trade systems, as seen through the relationship between the state and market.

Fee info

EUR 650: The participant pays fees for:
a) participation in three selected courses with accommodation (7 days) and meals EUR 650
b) participation in three selected courses without accommodation
with meals EUR 570
c) participation in three selected courses with accommodation (7 days) without meals EUR 620
d) participation in three courses without accommodation and meals EUR 450
e) each subsequent course EUR 150
f) optional trip EUR 50

Scholarships

No scholarships will be provided.