ECC4670

Economic development theory and policy ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Professor Pushkar Maitra

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: Characteristics and experience of developing countries; theories of economic growth and development; domestic and external sources of financial and human resources for development; the roles of international trade, investment, technology manufacturing and government in the development process

Assessment: Written (3000-word essay): 40% + Examination (3 hours): 60%

Contact Hours: Three contact hours per week

Prerequisites: ECC3670