Financial crises and the global economy: A history of boom and bust

Education facts

Code: 2EH053

The course deals with the development, causes, and theoretical explanations behind economic crises from the 19th century to the present day. Furthermore, the course addresses how economic policy measures to limit and prevent the emergence of economic crises have evolved historically. The course is based on international economic crises but also uses Swedish examples. In this context, emphasis is placed on both institutional and political factors as well as economic structural transformation. Therefore, phenomena such as globalization, international monetary systems as well as growth regimes and structural crises are treated. During the course, students will be able to reflect on how theoretical perspectives on economic crises have changed over time.

Entry requirements

90 ECTS including a bachelor thesis equivalent to 15 ECTS credits. Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Financial crises and the global economy: A history of boom and bust

  Umeå University

  Ortsoberoende

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 18 February 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %