The purpose of this course is to teach how basic principles from economics yield a greater understanding of religious behavior. We will learn economic concepts step-by-step, use them to develop theories and predictions about various aspects of religion, and then review evidence in support of these theories. Simple ideas and clear examples will bring to light very interesting aspects of religious phenomena.

Michael McBride
Author

University of California-Irvine
Institution

Public College or University
Institution Type

Syllabus
Resource Type

Intro, Undergraduate Course
Class Type

2017
Date Published

Religious Studies, Other
Discipline

General Comparative Traditions
Religous Tradition

Business/Capitalism/Labor
Topics