Econ 471 - Development Economics

Institution:

Washington University in St Louis

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Description:

Investigation of issues related to the development of the economies of third-world countries. Topics include economic growth, poverty, and the distribution of income with an emphasis on labor markets and education. Consideration of the effectiveness of various institutional policies designed to encourage development including decentralization and privatization. Empirical examples drawn from international experience, especially Latin America. Prerequisites: Econ 4011 (401) and Econ 413.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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