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ECON 413 - Seminar: Comparative Economic Development


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

This seminar explores the theories of comparative economic development through the reading of scientific papers and articles. The ultimate goal of the seminar is understanding the deep causal roots of historic and contemporary wealth inequality across societies. The seminar starts by addressing the role of history and persistence of historical patterns on the different levels of living standards. The discussion of different roles played by geographic factors are discussed next, followed by the study of the effects of culture and diversity on economic development. The seminar ends with the discussion about the relationship between institutions and economic performance.  

Enrollment Limit: 10
Instructor: H. Veras

Consent of the Instructor Required: N
Prerequisites & Notes:  ECON 253 and ECON 255 


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