LAIS 441 - African Development

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Colorado School of Mines

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Description:

This course provides a broad overview of the political economy of Africa. Its goal is to give students an understanding of the possibilities of African development and the impediments that currently block its economic growth. Despite substantial natural resources, mineral reserves, and human capital, most African countries remain mired in poverty. The struggles that have arisen on the continent have fostered thinking about the curse of natural resources where countries with oil or diamonds are beset with political instability and warfare. Readings give first an introduction to the continent followed by a focus on the specific issues that confront African development today. Prerequisite: LAIS100. Prerequisite or co-requisite: SYGN200. 3 hours seminar; 3 semester.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mines.edu

Phone Number:

(303) 273-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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