Fashion studies

Course Topic: Italian economy, Made in Italy and the fashion industry from the post-WWII period to the new globalisation Programme: The aim of the course is to analyse the main characteristics and evolution of Made in Italy and the fashion industry in the context of the changes in the national and international economy from the post-WWII period to more recent years. Particular attention is placed on the interactions with the political, social and institutional context. The main phases of Italian economic development are analysed in the context of global geopolitical changes (from reconstruction to the economic miracle, from the crisis of the 1970s to the new globalisation, from entry into the Euro to the war in Ukraine); the changes in Italian society; the origins and affirmation of Made in Italy in global markets; the changes in the business organisation; the evolution of the fashion industry; the innovations of the circular economy and the fourth industrial revolution.

No specific prerequisites required. General knowledge of contemporary history topics covered in the school curriculum is recommended.

1. P. Battilani, F. Fauri, L'economia italiana dal 1945 a oggi, Bologna, il Mulino, 2019; 2. V. Zamagni, Perché l’Europa ha cambiato il mondo. Una storia economica, Bologna, il Mulino, 2024 (solo pagine 167-188 e 203-360) 3. A. Bucci, V. Codeluppi, M. Ferraresi (a cura di), Il made in Italy, Roma, Carrocci, 2011. There are no additional texts for non-attenders. It will be possible to share further learning materials via class room.

Not mandatory

The examination is designed to verify and assess the student's learning, the conceptual and linguistic competence, the capacity for interpretation, synthesis and judgement on the course topics. The final vote can be between 18 and 30 cum laude (if lower than 18 it is insufficient). The written test (max 60 minutes) consists of multiple-choice and/or open-ended questions on the course reference texts. On the basis of the course progress, it will be possible to organise intermediate written or oral tests, either individual or in groups, reserved for attending students. Students participating in international exchange programmes may agree on a specific examination programme.

Up-front classes; it will be possible to organise meetings with experts on the topics of the course programme.