EC335-6-SP-CO:
Strategies of Economic Development
2017/18
Economics
Colchester Campus
Spring
Undergraduate: Level 6
Current
Monday 15 January 2018
Friday 23 March 2018
15
12 February 2013
Requisites for this module
EC111 or EC100 or EC151
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BA L100SK Economics,
BA L900 International Development,
BA L901 International Development (Including Year Abroad),
BA L902 International Development (Including Placement Year)
This module examines the distinctive features of the economies of the less developed countries and introduces you to the literature that attempts to explain the persistence of poverty in those economies. We start with a historical analysis of the growth process to examine why there has been a divergence in the performances between the developed and the developing countries. The module will then elaborate on the role of institutions and incentives in shaping long run economic development. In particular, we shall examine the role of market imperfections, non-market institutions (such as social norms) and governance institutions. For instance, the ability of poor people to acquire skills may relate to credit constraints (which are a feature of imperfect financial markets), the distribution of wealth within an economy, and investments made by the government in schooling (which in turn may be determined by particular political institutions).
The module combines economic theory with case studies to understand observed phenomena such as child labour, extreme inequality in wealth and income, and high population growth. Particular attention is given to how one can evaluate and determine appropriate policy options.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will have acquired a good understanding of the functioning of the economies of the less developed countries and of the policy options that could potentially alleviate poverty. They should be able to apply analytical reasoning to problems facing the developing countries and make informed contributions to debates and discussions about possible ways to enhance welfare in these countries.
This course will provide a range of employability skills. In particular you will gain academic skill, professional working skills, and external awareness. The models discussed in class with provide you with numeracy skills while the ability to do a term paper and read current research work will allow you to develop working skills. Finally, given the topic of the course, you will be exposed to issues facing people in other countries and differences between other cultures that will increase your external awareness. All these skill will provide you with a range of employability skills.
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Compulsory for:
Year 3 students on BA in International Economics and BSc in International Economics
One 2-hour lecture and one 1-hour class per week in one term.
This module does not appear to have a published bibliography.
Assessment items, weightings and deadlines
| Coursework / exam |
Description |
Deadline |
Coursework weighting |
| Coursework |
EC335 Term Paper |
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| Exam |
Main exam: 120 minutes during Summer (Main Period)
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Exam format definitions
- Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
- In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary,
for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.
Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.
Overall assessment
Reassessment
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Dr Vellore Arthi, email: v.arthi@essex.ac.uk.
Dr Vellore Arthi
For further information, send an email message to ueco@essex.ac.uk.
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Dr Fabio Riccardo Arico
The University of East Anglia
Senior Lecturer
Available via Moodle
Of 28 hours, 28 (100%) hours available to students:
0 hours not recorded due to service coverage or fault;
0 hours not recorded due to opt-out by lecturer(s).
Economics
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