Economics with Vince Cable: a global tour of politicians who changed the narrative on economics
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- Start Date: 21 May 2025End Date: 11 Jun 2025Wed (Daytime): 15:00 - 17:00In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 4 sessions (over -4 weeks)Course Code: HPC260Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £95.00 Concession £77.00
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What is the course about?
This course is a 4-session that explores some of the key politicians who changed the narrative on economics.
What will we cover?
- Roosevelt : the New Deal and Breton Woods
- Thatcher: the legacy
- Deng and the re-emergence of China
- Trumponomics.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Understand how global economics evolve through political interventions
- Identify some of the central politicians involved in the shaping of the narrative of global economics
- Discuss the key shifts in the narrative on global economics.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable both for newcomers to the subject and for those who have some background knowledge. You will need a good grasp of English to keep up with the course. An ability and willingness to explore relevant shared resources will increase what you get out of the course.
However, as with most of our history, politics and current affairs courses, an open mind and a respectful willingness to listen to and think about views with which you do not always agree are more important than specific levels of skills.
Given the sensitive nature of some of the topics the course will explore, we also expect everyone to engage group and class discussions with respect and the willingness to learn from others.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Lecture + Q & A.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No additional costs, but you may wish to bring a notepad and pen or digital equivalent for note taking.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Please explore our economics section for additional courses with Vince Cable or other economics courses.