The course deals with the principal issues of economic development with the objective of preparing students for policy-oriented research and development in this subject area. The basic approach is to present the relevant theory, examine the empirical validity of alternative models and draw out their policy implications. Major policy issues are discussed with illustrations from actual experiences in selected developing countries. The first part of the course is on key issues in economic development, theories behind them and empirical evidences so far. The second part of the course is a series of discussions on some concrete empirical studies of development policies taken from high quality research around the world. As an integral part of the course, an attempt will be made to train students to interpret data on developing economies.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Understand theories in development economics and wide-ranging development policy issues.
- Critically evaluate economic problems of developing countries.
- Develop policy interventions and design policy reforms in developing countries.
- Design high-quality research in development economics.
Indicative Assessment
- Homework assignments (3) (25) [LO 1,2]
- Mid-term essay (3000 words) (25) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- In-class paper discussion/presentation (10) [LO 1,2,4]
- Final examination (40) [LO 1,2,3,4]
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Workload
A standard workload for a 6 unit course is 130 hours including in class time and independent study.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Prescribed Texts
See Wattle.
Preliminary Reading
Books:
- Perkins, Dwight H., Steven Radelet and David L. Lindauer, Economics of Development, Seventh Edition, New York: W.W. Norton, 2013.
- Banerjee, A. and E. Duflo, Poor Economics: Radical Rethinking of the Way to Fight Global Poverty, 2011.
Plus selected journal articles (to be posted on Wattle under each lecture)
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 34
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4560 | Standard Rate |
| 2023 | $3600 |
Grandfathered Rate*
*continuing students in nominated programs only. See fee website |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $5820 |
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