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SEMINAR IN COMPARATIVE SOCIOLOGY OF CONTEMPORARY CAPITALISM

SOC 918
Course Description

Origins and consequences of inter-regime and inter-temporal variation in the institutions of capitalism. The evolution and current trajectory of contemporary capitalism across North America, Europe, and East Asia. Theoretical debates on the dynamics, contradictions and variations of capitalist systems.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing

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