Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS):

Integral
Economics

Incorporating Sustainability, Ethics & Faith

This course describes the fruitful manner in which economics and theology interrelate rather than oppose each other.

It presents fresh perspectives and practical approaches to shaping tomorrow’s economy as a tool for fostering responsibility for our shared world.

Why «Integral Economics»?

Our economies have faced a relentless series of crises: the global financial meltdown in 2008, the COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, soaring inflation, and more. These events have shaken the very core of our societies, with some crises stemming directly from economic malpractice. This is why, now more than ever, it is crucial for us to reimagine the foundations of our economic systems and consider how we want our economies to operate moving forward. We are convinced that a better future can only be achieved through an economy that prioritizes sustainability and centers the human being.

We need an “Integral Economy”! An economy that is integrated into a deeper social framework – one that prioritizes relationships, community, and the common good over individual gain. The eonomy is, therefore not just about generating monetary value but also about fostering a community built on shared values and common resources. This course presents fresh perspectives and practical approaches to shaping tomorrow’s economy as a tool for fostering responsibility for our shared world.

9 Modules
With key themes at the intersection of economics & theology

14 Months
Interdisciplinary and multi-faceted learning experience

Top Academics & Industry Experts

Your facilitators will come from all over the world

International Community

Hybrid set-up with two in person and seven online modules

Modules

7 – 9 April 2027

Module 1 (live in Einsiedeln, CH)

Introduction Event

  • Introduction
  • Why «Integral Economics» ?
  • Why Ethics & Virtues?

21 – 22 May 2027

Module 2 (online):

The  Human Person & 
Economic Paradigm

  • What is a Person?
  • Homo Oeconomicus vs. Persona Oeconomica
  • Economic paradigms

10 – 12 June 2027

Module 3 (in person):

Theological Application 

Forum Faith & Society

20 – 21 August 2027

Module 4 (online):

Biblical Roots &
The Common Good

  • The Economy of God
  • What is the Common Good?
  • Between Utopia and Pragmatism

15 – 16 October 2027

Module 5 (online):

Markets & Community

  • Free Markets
  • The Trinity and Community
  • Civil Economy

26 – 27 November 2027

Module 6 (online):

Money, Trust & Finance

  • The Mechanisms of Money and Finance
  • The good and the bad of Financialization
  • Centering People through Finance

7 – 8 Januar 2028

Module 7 (online):

Work, Creativity & Innovation

  • Ora et Labora
  • Value-Based-Innovation
  • The Sabbath

17 – 18 March 2028

Module 8 (online):

Wealth, Poverty & Justice

  • Measuring Wealth
  • Blessed are the Poor?
  • Participation, Capabilities & Distribution

12 – 13 May 2028

Module 9 (in-person):

Closing / End-Weekend

  • Recap of the Course
  • Graduation

Who supports «Integral Economics»?

Partnerships

A continuing education course offered by the University of Fribourg, Switzerland and conducted as a collaboration of the following institutions:

Supported by:

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