996001 Theories of Consumption (IS) (WiSe 2013/2014)

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Although the relevance of consumer research has continued to grow since the 80s, the empirical and theoretical contributions to this field remain scattered. Scholars have not combined discussions of consumption into one integrated discourse, nor have they fully addressed the question of the embeddedness of consumption into the overall society - especially as relates to the relationship between production and consumption.
In this seminar, we will examine different theoretical and empiric contributions to consumer research in history, sociology and ethnology. The course literature will address consumerism in relationship to other topics, such as globalization, class distinction, cultural differences, identity concepts, and economic growth. We will discuss the commonalities and divergences in theories, concepts, and research during seminar.

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Bielefeld Graduate School In History And Sociology / Promotion Theory and Methods Classes   Theory Class. Can be credited for Stream A as 1 from 2 necessary SWS.  

The class will take place on: 23.10; 6.11; 20.11; 4.12; 18.12; 15:01; 29.1. as well as one more session during the term.

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Type(s) / SWS (hours per week per semester)
interdisciplinary seminar (IS) / 1
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This lecture is taught in english
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Bielefeld Graduate School in History and Sociology
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