Anthropology of Capitalism

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Course Description

This advanced graduate seminar explores capitalism as an historically-situated and culturally-mediated articulation of practices rather than as an economic system or social structure governed by an internal logic. It draws on poststructural theories of culture, society and subjectivity to investigate the processes through which diverse capitalist practices are produced. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in Anthropology or permission of the instructor. Previous graduate level coursework in cultural anthropology, social theory or cultural studies is required. No auditing is permitted. Enrollment limited to 12.

Grading Basis

RLT - Letter (ABCD/NP)

Min

5

Max

5

Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?

No

Course Component

Seminar

Enrollment Optional?

No

Does this course satisfy the University Language Requirement?

No