This course is designed to provide an overview of theories and research about social stratification in modern societies. We will examine causes and consequences of social inequality for individuals’ lives, discuss the key concepts and theories of social stratification and inequality as well as social indicators used to measure inequality.

This course is designed to provide an overview of theories and research about social stratification in modern societies. We will examine causes and consequences of social inequality for individuals’ lives, discuss the key concepts and theories of social stratification and inequality as well as social indicators used to measure inequality.