ECG9146

Regional economic development and policy

(BUS)

To be advised

6 points + Gippsland, OCDL + 12 hours per week + Second semester + Prerequisite: ECG9102, ECG9120

Synopsis: The study of processes shaping the economic growth and development of regions, especially policy issues from Australian and international perspectives. Factors determining the structure of a regional economy; reasons for regional disparities in growth and development; factors explaining regional employment and wage differentials; aims and instruments of regional policy; limitations of governments' involvement in regional development; how a specific feature of regional development affects business strategies; international experience in regional development and policies.

Assessment: Essay (2000 words): 40% + Case study (4000 words): 60%