Topics in Development

1 Course Unit

This course studies the causes of income differences across countries and the process of income growth in developing countries. We will use theoretical models, empirical evidence, and country-specific case-studies to understand the role of institutions, geography, human capital, credit markets, firms, and the public sector in driving economic development. Spring Prerequisite: ECON 2100 AND ECON 2310 AND (MATH 1400 OR MATH 1070) AND (MATH 1410 OR MATH 1510 OR MATH 1080) 1 Course Unit