ECC2890

Economic development of East Asia (6 points)

(BUS)

Leader: Associate Professor Robert Rice

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2003 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)

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%

Contact Hours: Two 1.5-hour lectures per week

Prerequisites: ECC1000 and one of ECC1100 or ECC2100 or equivalent