Sociology of markets and organizations

Teacher(s)

Duterme Tom;

Language

English

Main themes

Topics include networks, categories, labor markets, product markets, inequality, and others.

Content

This teaching unit presents and discusses the contributions of the sociology of markets and organizations. First, we will familiarize ourselves with the major concepts in this field based on the works of four founders of the discipline (Marx, Weber, Durkheim, and Simmel). Second, we will explore contemporary sociological research, which builds on these four theoretical perspectives and focuses on the issues and challenges that concern us today (financial instability, wage inequality, the racial wealth gap, etc.). This course thus enables students to adopt a reflective perspective on organizations and markets.

Teaching methods

This teaching unit is mainly based on lectures, during which the main theoretical references are presented. These sessions are organized face-to-face, and exceptionally via Teams. At the start of each session, students are reminded of the material covered in the previous lesson by means of a formative test (using Wooclap). To prepare for certain sessions, students are asked to read short reference texts posted on Moodle.
 

Evaluation methods

This teaching unit is assessed by means of a closed-book written exam taken in person. During the exam session, students take a two-hour written exam that includes multiple-choice questions and open-ended questions. The use of artificial intelligence tools is prohibited.

Online resources

Various elements will be made available to students on Moodle:
- Slides presented during sessions (lectures + student presentations).
- Reference texts to be read before certain sessions.
- Course summary (posted at the end of the last session).

Bibliography

Blic, D. de, & Lazarus, J. (2007). Sociologie de l’argent. La Découverte.
Granovetter, M., & Swedberg, R. (2011). The Sociology of Economic Life. Routledge.
Vandenberghe, F., & Alexander, J. C. (1998). Une Histoire critique de la sociologie allemande. 2 Tomes. La Découverte.

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