ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND POLICY

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Overview

The aim of this subject is to introduce students to the socio-cultural, political, historical as well as economic values, the metrics and other factors that affect the process of economic growth and development. The objective is for students to be able to explain and analyse the complexities of economic development in a global environment, with a particular focus on developing countries. Why have some countries experienced rapid economic growth while others a lack of growth? Why do some people benefit from economic growth and others do not? Is growth sustainable, or is it the result of depleting natural resources and destroying the natural environment? In completing this subject it is expected students will build on their analytical and problem solving abilities in applying economic principles in a global context, to understand the difficulties facing developing economies. Students will also recognise the diversity of perspectives and values in a world of complex interdependence.

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Subject coordinator

Julio Mancuso Tradenta

Subject type

Undergraduate

Year level

Year Level 3 - UG

AQF level

Level 7 - Bachelor Degree

Available as elective

Yes

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.

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Learning resources

Prescribed - Book - Economic Development

Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:

Critically evaluate theories of economic growth and development and their applications to the analysis of developing countries in a global context

Analyse and evaluate the linkages between determinants and outcomes of economic growth and development, such as education, inequality, poverty and environmental sustainability

Plan and produce an economic research report that examines the economic development of a low income country

Use economic principles and research skills in a collaborative team environment to solve complex problems and communicate the findings to people with various viewpoints

Learning activities

Workshops, assignments, reading, homework, research project, basic data analysis, numerical problems, teamwork, open discussion, self-study

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