Crash Course Communism
Crash Course on Communism equips economists with essential tools to analyse Marxist theory, historical communist regimes from the 20th century, and modern socialist policy debates. Learners will evaluate proposals, predict results, and prepare clear, confident briefings for decision-makers, fostering sharp analytical skills for real-world application in policy and economics.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This Crash Course on Communism offers a quick, thorough understanding of Marxist ideas, 20th-century communist governments, and current policy discussions. You'll study key figures like Marx, Lenin, and Mao, plus nations such as the Soviet Union, China, Cuba, and Vietnam. Connect concepts like central planning, collectivisation, economic growth, and repression to today's proposals. Gain clear definitions, assessment methods, and ways to communicate effectively to leaders with precision and assurance.
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Develop skills
- Master key Marxist economic principles for rapid and thorough policy evaluation.
- Map current policy ideas to historical Marxist theory and communist governments.
- Evaluate results like growth, crises, and welfare in communist systems.
- Identify biased language around socialism and communism in public discussions.
- Write clear, evidence-supported reports for economic policy leaders.
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