IDEC8003 Issues in Development Policy

Offered By	International and Development Economics Program
Academic Career	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject	International and Developmental Economics
Offered in	First Semester, 2010 and First Semester, 2011
Unit Value	6 units
Course Description	This course is an introduction to the analysis of core issues in economic development. It is an applied course that tackles major real work problems faced by policy makers especially in developing countries. The course combines description and analysis with an emphasis on the elaboration of simple and useful theoretical models for an understanding of the issues that comprise the subject of development economics. Its aim is to provide students with some foundational analytic tools for addressing core problems associated with economic development today while drawing on some experiences from developing economies.
Learning Outcomes	On completion of this unit you should be able to: demonstrate a sound understanding of the theoretical principles and conceptual arguments for dealing with key issues in economic development demonstrate the capacity to apply the analytical methodology learned to the real world situation gain a clear understanding of the key issues with respect to government economic policy aimed at enhancing economic development evaluate the role, strengths and limitations of various kinds of institutions which exist in many developing countries gain an understanding of the issues surrounding development through the use of practical examples (assigned quantitative exercises through tutorials) demonstrate the capacity to carry out research on a topic explaining the cross-country differences in economic growth performance in developing countries.
Indicative Assessment	Two assignments (each accounts for 10%) 20 per cent A short essay of 2000 words 30 per cent Final exam 50 per cent
Workload	A two-hour lecture and one hour tutorial per week for 13 weeks Office hours run from 2 to 4 pm on Friday afternoon
Course Classification(s)	AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. and SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation.
Areas of Interest	Economics
Recommended Courses	Economic principles including micro- and macro-economics
Prescribed Texts	Growth & Development: with Special Reference to Developing Economies by A.P. Thirlwall, published by Palgrave Macmillan (eighth edition, 2006).
Programs	Graduate Diploma in International Trade and Economic Relations, Graduate Diploma in International and Development Economics, Graduate Diploma in Environmental and Resource Economics, and Graduate Certificate in International and Development Economics
Other Information	Delivery Mode: Offered in Semester One every year on campus.
Academic Contact	Dr Ligang Song

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