Macro-level

Definition

In sociology, macro-level analysis focuses on large-scale social processes, such as social structures and systems, that shape society as a whole. It examines patterns and trends within entire societies, or between societies, to understand how they affect individuals and smaller groups.

Related terms

Social structure: The organized pattern of social relationships and social institutions that together constitute society.

Societal norms: Rules and expectations by which a society guides the behavior of its members, reflecting the values of that society.

Globalization: The process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale, affecting economic, social, and cultural aspects of society