2009 Course Handbook
ECON883: Ethical Perspectives on Economics
This unit examines the relationship between moral and political philosophy and economic theory with a view to a richer understanding of contentious policy issues. Topics covered include the meaning of 'welfare' in economics, distributive justice and economic theory, "rationality" and its ethical overtones, the relationship of agency and freedom to wellbeing. No philosophical background is presumed.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| Contact Hours: | -- |
| When Offered: | 2010 - offered in 2010 |
| Staff Contact: | Dr Wylie Bradford |
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| Unit Designations: | -- |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
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Faculty of Business and Economics |