The course puts the global economic crisis 2008/2009 in a longer historical perspective.
It gives historical examples on how speculation manias have been followed by financial crises. It also provides the theoretical tools needed in order to understand financial markets, entrepreneurship and crises management during processes
of change? The course highlights how the actions of banks and companies during booms have resulted in profound economic crises such as those during the 1930's and 2008/2009.
Course structure
Teaching format
Lectures and teacher-led seminars. Compulsory attendance. All courses on the Master's level are all held in English.
Assessment
Ongoing written and oral presentations. An independent long written paper that the students will defend in a general seminar.
Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.
