A comparative study of the problems of economic transition in the former Soviet bloc states of Central and Eastern Europe and the role Western Europe and the U.S. play in this process. The course deals with the origins and nature of the economic and...
The course allows students to understand Europe’s role in the global economy. Using different theoretical and methodological approaches, students will analyze economic, political, and social developments in Europe, as well as their complex interplay...
A study of the evolution of the Irish economy and the impact of Ireland’s membership of the European Union (EU). The course explores the economic and political background to Ireland’s decision to join the EU, the main institutions and policies of the...
This course provides a broad overview of international economics, focusing on Spain and the European Union. It is designed to develop the student’s knowledge of economic integration ideas, in the context of contemporary issues and using the tools of...
In this course we will take a look at the “Green City” Freiburg: Historical roots and citizens’ movements; local environmental policy-making in light of greater (national and supranational) legal frameworks; policy measures in different areas of...
In 2050, we live well, within the planet’s ecological limits. Our prosperity and healthy environment stem from an innovative, circular economy where nothing is wasted and where natural resources are managed sustainably, and biodiversity is protected...
The aim of this course is to show how, over the last few years, territories have modified and created a new resilient local policy in response to the urgency of global climate change. The aim of the course is to put students in the position of having...
The objective of this course is to deepen students’ understanding of the functions of financial markets in addition to key linkages between the real economy and the financial sector. This requires an understanding of the instruments traded on the key...
This course aims to deepen students’ understanding of the functions of financial markets and their critical interplay with the real economy. It offers an in-depth understanding of various financial instruments and their purpose, the elements of...
What are the economic functions of financial intermediaries (FIs), and in particular, of commercial banks? The main objective of this course is to address this question by analyzing the imperfections that affect the smooth functioning of financial...