
Political Economy (PECO) Courses
Theories of Political Economy
Students analyze and synthesize the core concepts and ideas proposed by both the founders and modern practitioners of political economy. The course focuses on theories of power relations and inequalities and assesses the consequences of these theories.
Methodologies of Political Economy
Students conceptualize, design, and conduct an interdisciplinary research project in political economy, using an appropriate methodological approach. Methodological alternatives are compared.
Political Economy of Work and Labour
Students analyze and synthesize key concepts and debates in the political economy of work and labour, with particular attention to divisions of labour, power structures, and histories of struggle.
Special Topics in Political Economy I
Topic varies from year to year. Students should check with the Institute regarding the topic offered.
Special Topics in Political Economy II
Topic varies from year to year. Students should check with the Institute regarding the topic offered.
Special Topics in Work and Labour I
Topics and emphasis vary from term to term according to current policies and events influencing the distribution and benefits of work and labour including migration, technological and environmental change, privatization, austerity, and transnational legislation.
Special Topics in Work and Labour II
Topics and emphasis vary from term to term according to current policies and events influencing the distribution and benefits of work and labour including migration, technological and environmental change, privatization, austerity, and transnational legislation.
Special Topics in Political Economy III
Topic varies from year to year. Students should check with the Institute regarding the topic offered.
Special Topics in Political Economy IV
Topic varies from year to year. Students should check with the Institute regarding the topic offered.
Tutorial in Political Economy
Directed readings on selected aspects of political economy, involving preparation of papers as the basis for discussion with the tutor. Offered when no regular course offering meets a candidate's specific needs.
Placement in Political Economy
Course participants earn credit by contributing to organizations engaged in research, policy, and advocacy activities related to IPE. Students will have opportunities to participate in and contribute to the mission of their placement organizations, develop professional skills, and reflect on career goals.
Precludes additional credit for PECO 5907 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): permission of the Institute. Completion of PECO 5002 and completion or concurrent registration in PECO 5503/5504 for Work and Labour students. For all other IPE students, completion of PECO 5000 and at least one elective.
Reflective Practice in Work and Labour
This course is designed for students already engaged as staff or active volunteers in unions or other work- and labour-focused community organizations. Written work and discussion offers a space to reflect on questions of strategy, organization, and analysis relevant to their organization’s mission.
Precludes additional credit for PECO 5906 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): PECO 5002 and completion of or concurrent registration in PECO 5503 or 5504 and permission of the Institute.
unscheduled
Research Essay
Directly linked to the student's course work, the research essay must be interdisciplinary in approach.
M.A. Thesis
The thesis is an alternative to the research essay. It must also be interdisciplinary in approach, and requires greater substance and originality than the Research Essay. Normally, a student's thesis committee will be composed of members from more than one discipline.
Political Economy: Core Concepts
Students analyze and synthesize the historical evolution of, and contemporary debates in, political economy through interdisciplinary dialogue. Students develop knowledge of political economy theories compatible with their own research interests.
Note: Not all courses listed are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for the current session and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca.
Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca