The course aims to provide students with the understanding of the main drivers that lead to globalization. The course explores the main events of the last century, focusing on the role played by the key actors, states and international organizations in defining the rule for the global economic, political and cultural scenarios. A specific part of the course is dedicated to the analysis of the relevant theories and how these are applied to the current economic and social environment.
The module is divided in 2 parts. The first one describes the economic events that have interested the world over the last two decades, focusing especially on the nature and impacts of globalization. The second part analyses the specific issues related to public health challenges as an impact of globalization and its effects on international health systems.