Department of Economics, Unit Catalogue 2010/11 |
ES50057: Development economics |
 Credits:
| 6 |
| Level:
| Masters |
| Period: | This unit is available in... |
| Semester 2 |
| Assessment:
| EX 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment: | Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| Requisites:
| You must have a good first degree in Economics (or equivalent) to take this unit. |
| Description:
| Aims: To create an understanding of the key issues and constraints faced by many of the poorer countries. Learning Outcomes: * be able to critically appraise the theoretical models and empirical methods applied in Development Economics; * have sufficient skills to critically appraise policy instruments and recommendations; * be able to understand and identify key problems and constraints faced by developing economies. Skills: Ability to develop rigorous arguments through precise use of concepts and mathematical models (Taught/Facilitated/Assessed) Ability to select, summarise and synthesis written information from multiple sources (T/F/A) Ability to select and use appropriate ideas to produce a coherent response to a pre-set question (T/F/A) Comprehensive and scholarly written communication (T/F/A) Concise and effective written communication (e.g. briefings / written exams) (T/F/A) Effective oral communication (e.g. lecture question and answer) (F) Ability to apply theory to policy areas (T/F/A). Content: Features of underdevelopment, Poverty and Inequality, Underdevelopment traps and growth strategies, Governance and institutions in the process of economic development. |