The relationship between politics and economics has become increasingly important in the period since the Second World War. Political and economic power have always been interconnected, but with the development of 'globalisation' this relationship has become more consequential and contentious. This unit explores the evolution of the international political economy, and considers how it has been shaped by powerful states such as the US, and increasingly influential institutions like the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. The unit enables students to understand the uneven nature of economic development, the persistence of poverty and inequality, as well as disputes over trade... -- Course Website
Instructor: Winthrop Professor Mark Beeson
Prerequisites: any Level 1 Political Science and International Relations unit
