ECON 70841 - Latin American Pol Econ&Instit

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

Economics

Description:

This course examines the political and institutional framework underpinning the transition to an economic order in which market forces play a predominant role in the allocation of resources throughout Latin America. After reviewing the post-war economic model of protectd, state-led industrialization and contending theoretical perspectives on economic liberalization, it analyzes the roles of various political and social actors and institutions in shaping first and second generation economic reforms. The focus is on the executive, party, legislative, and sub-national political institutions that shape and constrain state and market-oriented reform and economy policy-making. The latter part of the course examines the impact of economic liberalization on electoral clearvages, political representation, and teh changing foundations of citizen association and participation.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.nd.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 631-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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