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ECON 209 - Economic Development


Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 hours
Attribute: QFR, 4SS

This course offers a survey of the different theories and the empirical evidence on the factors that determine economic performance in low and middle income countries. The first part broadly covers the meaning and measurement of development, such as indicators of poverty, inequality and demographic variables. The second part will introduce the student to the major theories that try to explain economic development. The final section will focus on policy issues, especially the dismal record of foreign aid.
Enrollment Limit: 40
Instructor: T. Pfutze
Prerequisites & Notes
Econ 101 or its equivalent.

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