Capitalism and Modern Society

Capitalism and Modern Society (University of Bremen)

This course examines the major political-economic controversies of modernity: the origins of capitalism, the role of politics in liberal economic order, and the relationship between capitalism and democracy.

August 2025 · Timur Ergen
Sociology of Markets Seminar

The Sociology of Markets (MPIfG/Sciences Po)

This seminar aims at providing students with the analytical and conceptual tools to study markets. The conceptual texts and case studies provide insights into different approaches in economic sociology, featuring sessions on recent developments in the economy.

January 2023 · Olivier Pilmis & Timur Ergen
Multinational Corporations Seminar

Soziologie multinationaler Unternehmen (University of Duisburg-Essen)

This seminar discusses the historical development, organizational structures, and societal impacts of multinational corporations, examining their role in global capitalism and their governance.

October 2018 · Timur Ergen & Sebastian Kohl
Economy and Society II Doctoral Seminar

Economy and Society II (MPIfG)

The seminar focuses on recent debates on the interrelations between economy and society, building on foundational controversies. It examines economic action, market constitution, and analyses of credit, money, finance, and crises.

April 2018 · Timur Ergen