SAST 282 - Globalization,Regional Blocks and Sustainable Development

Institution:

University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

Staff. This course examines the twin phenomena of liberalization and globalization in the context of developing economies and the complex economic issues thrown up by them. The course will explore the resulting interlinkages and their implications regarding the interrelationship between the North and the South and policies for the economies of the South Asia Region. The study of the course will involve understanding and analysis of both the empirical evidence and the underlying theoretical principles concering the issues outlined. We will address issues such as the role of the state and market, globalization and regional trading blocks, foreign direct investment and the problems of multinationals, growth, poverty and sustainable development etc.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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