ECON 501
Development Economics I
Fall 2013
Division II
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Class Details
The course examines concepts, tools, and models in contemporary economic theory that have proved relevant to development problems, and their application in economic policymaking. Topics include growth processes and structural change; investment and sources of saving; capital, labor, and technological progress; policies for public, private, and foreign enterprises; policymaking and negotiation in governments; and policies for reducing poverty and inequality.
The Class:
Format: lecture/discussion
Grading: yes pass/fail option, yes fifth course option
Grading: yes pass/fail option, yes fifth course option
Requirements/Evaluation:
short papers, two midterms, and a final exam
Prerequisites:
ECON 251 and 252; undergraduate enrollment limited and requires instructor's permission
Distributions:
Division II
Attributes:
INST Economic Development Studies Electives
POEC Comparative POEC/Public Policy Courses
POEC Comparative POEC/Public Policy Courses
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ECON 501 - 01 (F) SEM Development Economics I
ECON 501 - 01 (F) SEM Development Economics IDivision IITR 9:55 am - 11:10 am
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