Economic and Political Development in Developing Countries

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Economic and Political Development in Developing Countries

About this course

Why have some developing countries become rich while others have stayed poor? Understand this form of inequality from a multidisciplinary perspective, and gain the skills to promote inclusive development across states, markets, and civil society.

What you'll learn

understanding economic disparities between developing countries
analyzing the role of governance and civil society in development
identifying strategies for promoting inclusive growth

Course objectives

to examine the factors contributing to wealth and poverty in developing countries
to develop skills for advocating for inclusive development
to understand the interplay between markets and government in global contexts