Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS):

Integral
Economics

Incorporating Sustainability, Ethics & Faith

What is «Integral Economics»?

Character

It is time to rediscover the fundamental purpose of economics and entrepreneurship.

It is time to acknowledge the significant role of faith and theology in shaping the economy.

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 economy 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 and theology
  • 18 months interdisciplinary and multi-faceted learning experience
  • International experience with a hybrid set-up
  • Top academics and industry experts from all around the world will be your facilitators

What you will get out of the course:

Describe The fruitful manner in which economics and theology interrelate rather than oppose each other.

Demonstrate
The value of faith-based economics in your own personal and business context.

Explain
How to contribute to Ethics of Sustainability from a Christian perspective.

Plot
Steps for becoming empowered in order to lead change towards a better world.

Modules

7 – 9 April 2027

Module 1 (live in Einsiedeln, Switzerland):

Introduction Event

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

21 – 22 May 2027

Module 2 (online):

The Human Person & Economic Paradigms

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

10 – 12 June 2027

Module 3:

Practical Application

Practical Application: Study Days (25 – 27 June 2026) or Internship

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:

Markets & Community

  • Free Markets
  • The Trinity and Community
  • Communal Economics?

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:

Closing / End-Weekend

  • Recap of the Course
  • Graduation

Testimonials

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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