ECON 334 - Economic Growth

Institution:

Lafayette College

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Description:

This course explores the causes of long-term growth. It begins by asking why some countries are rich and others are poor, then investigates the roles of population growth and capital accumulation in the growth process in the context of the neoclassical growth model. Finally, the course investigates the roles of technology and social infrastructure in the growth process in the context of new growth theory. The course concludes with an investigation of the impact of long-term growth on the environment. Prerequisite: Econ 211, 212 Gamber

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lafayette.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 330-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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