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POLT 412 - Topics in Entrepreneurship and Development


Semester Offered: Second Semester, First Module
Half Course
Credits: 2 credits
Attribute: 2 SS, CD

Entrepreneurship has been identified by some as a panacea for national development around the globe. This course analyzes the role of entrepreneurship in national development in a range of countries globally (including the U.S.) noting entrepreneurship’s promise, challenges, and how it is embedded within larger political economic formations and cultures, and how it is gendered. This year’s topic focuses on entrepreneurship and food production and includes a local focus on food and development in Lorain County.  Students will be required to write on a topic of  entrepreneurship, food, and development.  A field trip or two will be required.

Enrollment Limit: 25
Instructor: E. Sandberg, B. Watts

Consent of the Instructor Required: Yes


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