ECON 311: Economic Development
Prerequisites: ECON 105 and ECON 106
Credit hours (3)
Study of issues, theories and policy alternatives in economic growth and development
of less developed countries, poverty and income distribution, demographic factors,
major theories of growth, resource limitations, development policies and agencies.
| Note(s): Cultural or Behavioral Analysis designated course. |
Detailed Description of Course
In this course students will study the economic transformation of developing countries.
Students will learn the structure and characteristics commonly associated with developing
economies, and the constraints they face to achieve rapid growth and development.
Students will acquire basic skills and terminology needed to measure and describe
important dimensions and processes of economic development.
Topic Outline
1. Toward a Definition of Growth and Development
2. Who Are the Poor and Where Do They Live?
3. Profile of a Developing Country
4. A Detailed Description of Development Issurd
5. Growth and Development Theories
6. Development Policies, Programs, and Institutions
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
The following teaching strategies may be employed:
Lectures, videos, discussions, in-class and/or at-home activities and assignments.
Goals and Objectives of the Course
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Discuss the "economic growth and development" process. (SLO 5)
2. Describe central issues affecting poor countries in the economic development process. (SLO 5, SLO 6)
3. Evaluate the efficiency and ability of public policy to stimulate economic development. (SLO 5, SLO 6, SLO 7)
Assessment Measures
The following assessment measures may be employed: Tests, quizzes, homework, reports,
presentations, or class participation. Grades and percentages depend on individual
professors.
Other Course Information
Review and Approval
November 2018
September 2, 2014
December 2013 C. Vehorn
April 16, 2012
April 13, 2009
December 2004 N. Hashemzadeh
March 01, 2021