17 190J - Economic Development and Policy Analysis, Part II

Institution:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Subject:

Description:

Analyzes economic development in "the remainder," or in countries that largely failed to enter the orbit of modern world industry since the end of World War II. Looks at the reasons for falling behind in terms of history, geography/global transactions, institutions (including business enterprises), policies and knowledge-based assets. Explores potential policies for accelerating the process of industrial transformation and the control mechanism necessary to improve government planning.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prereq: 11.491J

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

web.mit.edu/student/

Phone Number:

(617) 253-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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