ECF5030

The emergence of the knowledge based economy ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr Pushkar Maitra

Offered:
Not offered in 2005.

Synopsis: Knowledge driven industries and services are amongst the most rapidly growing areas of the world economy. This subject looks at the emergence of Knowledge-Based Economies (KBE) and their impact on the Asia-Pacific region by analysing: definitions and measurement of KBE; theoretical and economic policy issues about the KBE in less developed countries; why governments have promoted KBE; the contribution of KBE to productivity and global competitiveness; the growth of KBE hubs in, e.g. India, Malaysia and Hong Kong.

Assessment: Written (4000-word research report): 40% + Tutorial presentation: 10% + Examination (3 hours): 50%

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: Completion of four of the 4000 level units in the Master of Applied Economics