Eliittikäsite
Eliittikäsite is a Finnish term that translates literally to “elite concept.” In academic discourse it refers to theories or frameworks that examine the nature, structure, and influence of elite groups within society. The concept is rooted in the broader field of elite theory, which emerged in the mid‑20th century with scholars such as Vilfredo Pareto, Gaetano Mosca, and Robert Michels. These theorists argued that a small, cohesive group of individuals typically holds disproportionate power over political, economic, and cultural institutions.
In Finnish usage, an élite käsite is often discussed in the context of democratic governance, where it
Modern scholarship has diversified the elite notion to include "entrepreneurial elites," "cultural elites," and "digital elites,"