Financial Crises

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This course examines the causes, dynamics, and consequences of financial crises over the past three centuries. Using economic theory and historical case studies, students analyze the behavior of financial markets, institutions, and policymakers during periods of instability. The course emphasizes recurring patterns in crises, the role of financial innovation and behavior, and the policy responses that shape modern financial systems. Through historical and comparative analysis, students develop a framework for understanding financial instability in today’s markets.