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Academic Year 2005/2006

The Political Economy of Growth and Development
ECON 349 SP

What causes differences in economic performance across countries? Why are some nations much wealthier than others? What is the role of politics in the growth process? We will examine this set of questions with the aid of growth theory, political theory and an in-depth discussion of various country cases. Topics covered include the role of savings and technology in economic growth, democracy and growth, growth miracles and economic policy reform.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS ECON    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: ECON302

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Rodríguez,Francisco Rafael   

Times: ..T.R.. 09:00AM-10:20AM;     Location: PAC001;

Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 25)

SR. major: 10   Jr. major: 15

SR. non-major: 0   Jr. non-major: 0   SO: 0   FR: X

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Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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