ECC2890

Economic development of East Asia

(BUS)

Associate Professor Robert Rice

6 points + Two 1.5-hour lectures per week + Second semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: ECC1000 and ECC1100 or ECC2100 or approval of the lecturer

Synopsis: An introduction to development economics. The application of trade, growth, and property rights theory to the economic development of China in relation to her institutional evolution and government policy. A comparison of Malaysia and Indonesia with respect to their economic characteristics, economic development policies and strategies, and development results during the postwar period.

Assessment: Written (3000-word essay): 40% + Examination (2.5 hours): 60%