Economics with Justice
We start by exploring the scope of economics, the nature of justice and how justice operates in the economic realm.
The Nature of Society
We look at the structure of human society starting with the family and how the different elements contribute to the general level of prosperity and freedom.
Wealth
We examine what wealth actually is, how it is produced and how it may be more fairly distributed.
Mother Earth
We explore our dependence on the natural world and the importance of our relationship with it for our prosperity and well-being.
Work - Our Contribution
We look at the business of making a living and how important work is for our welfare.
Do as you would be done by
This session is about exchange, trade and how the market works. We also explore the limits of the market.
Credit and Money
We explore what credit and money are with examples to show how credit can work to enhance our freedom and prosperity.
Responsible and irresponsible banking
We look at banks, their role, what happens when things go wrong and how banks can work effectively for the good of the economy.
Taxation
We look at how taxation works, what its effects are and suggest a more just approach.
Reflections
We reflect on the term in the light of some of the great philosophical teachings and consider how they may apply to the realm of Economics.