Economics 142 - Politics and Economics of Natural Resource Policy in Developing Countries

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Claremont McKenna College

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Ascher This seminar addresses how resource-dependent countries ought to husband these resources and invest the proceeds productively. It employs the policy sciences framework to explore the political and economic-policy challenges of minimizing the abuse of resource endowments due to mis-pricing, corruption, intra-governmental conflicts, and perverse governance arrangements. It examines the economics of resources and environmental services, why governments abuse natural resources, and what strategies hold promise for better resource use and environmental protection. Cases are drawn predominantly from Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Also listed as Government 132e. Prerequisites: Economics 101 and Government 20. Offered every other year.

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1.50

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www.claremontmckenna.edu/

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(909) 621-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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