SOCI 302 - Society and Economy

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Analyzes the social construction of economic activities and institutions using both a classical and contemporary sociological approach. Examines how economic action is embedded in social relations, and how economic institutions are socially constructed culturally and historically. Emphasizes the connection of economics to modern day issues and explores topics such as labor markets, stratification, healthcare, the Federal Reserve, corporate subsidies, central planning, production and consumption, market regulation, the national debt, housing, and cryptocurrency.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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