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Development Economics II

This course, Development Economics II, is a two-credit undergraduate course designed for Economics students. It builds upon Development Economics I, covering topics such as governance, corruption, civil society, globalization, poverty, equity, and well-being. The course explores the interconnected elements that determine the quality of government and the importance of civil societies. Students will learn to evaluate good governance, understand macroeconomic concepts, and analyze the impact of trade liberalization on growth and poverty.

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221h
Study Time
13
Weeks
17h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
GovernanceCorruptionGlobalizationPovertyCivil Society

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Good Governance

2

Corruption

3

Civil Society

4

Globalization

5

International Trade

6

Poverty Measurement

7

Income Distribution

8

Economic Growth

9

Human Development

Total Topics9 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Policy Analyst

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Development Economist

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International Development Consultant

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Government Advisor

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NGO Program Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentNon-Governmental OrganizationsInternational Development AgenciesResearch InstitutionsConsulting Firms

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Governance and Corruption

2h

Unit 1: Good Governance and Good Policy

2 study hours
  • •Define good governance and good policy.
  • •Discuss the importance of civil societies.
  • •Describe the criteria for testing good governance.
Week
2

Module 1: Governance and Corruption

2h

Unit 2: Corruption as a Developmental Issue

2 study hours
  • •Define corruption and its various forms.
  • •Describe the nature of corruption and its measurement.
  • •Differentiate between micro and macro corruption.
Week
3

Module 1: Governance and Corruption

2h

Unit 3: Rating Corruption across the World

2 study hours
  • •Analyze the Global Corruption Barometer (GCB) and Corruption Perception Index (CPI).
  • •Discuss the reasons for corrupt practices in developing countries.
  • •Explain the effects of corruption on an economy.
Week
4

Module 1: Governance and Corruption

2h

Unit 4: Corruption Justification

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the arguments used to justify corruption.
  • •Highlight the causes of corruption and its effects.
  • •Identify professions to guard against corruption.
Week
5

Module 1: Governance and Corruption

2h

Unit 5: Public Sector Scope and Enhancing Public Sector Performance

2 study hours
  • •Enumerate the rationales of public sector activities.
  • •Differentiate public goods from merit goods.
  • •Describe how to enhance public sector performance.
Week
6

Module 2: Civil Societies and Development

2h

Unit 1: The Roles and Potentials of Civil Societies

2 study hours
  • •Explain the meaning of civil society.
  • •Enumerate the importance of civil societies in a country.
Week
7

Module 2: Civil Societies and Development

2h

Unit 2: Positive Feedback Mechanisms of Civil Societies

2 study hours
  • •Illustrate the role of civil society in upholding the rule of law.
  • •Describe the scope of active humanity in social and commercial ventures.
Week
8

Module 2: Civil Societies and Development

2h

Unit 3: Change in Behaviour: Generalizations from the Four Cases

2 study hours
  • •Explain the impetus among the workforce, farmers and the community.
  • •Describe the basic key to be turned in each case of change behaviour.
Week
9

Module 3: Globalization and Development

2h

Unit 1: Concept of Globalization

2 study hours
  • •Define globalization and trace its history.
  • •Describe the fundamentals of globalization.
Week
10

Module 3: Globalization and Development

2h

Unit 2: The New Globalization

2 study hours
  • •Describe globalization policy and how technology influences globalization.
  • •Differentiate the roles of international organizations in the globalization process.
Week
11

Module 3: Globalization and Development

2h

Unit 3: International Trade

2 study hours
  • •Define international trade and describe the dynamic gains from trade.
  • •Highlight the impact of trade liberalization on growth and poverty.
Week
12

Module 3: Globalization and Development

2h

Unit 4: International Financial Flows

2 study hours
  • •Explain international financial flows and identify different types.
  • •Describe the potential benefits and costs of financial globalization.
Week
13

Module 4: Poverty, Equity and Well-Being

2h

Unit 1: Definition and Conceptualization of Poverty

2 study hours
  • •Define poverty and describe absolute and relative poverty.
  • •Explain the Human Development Index (HDI) and the Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI).

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key definitions and concepts.

2

Practice applying theoretical models from Units 3-5 to real-world case studies.

3

Review all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments to identify areas of weakness.

4

Develop a study schedule that allocates sufficient time for each module, prioritizing challenging units.

5

Form study groups to discuss complex topics and exchange notes.

6

Focus on understanding the relationships between governance, corruption, globalization, and poverty.

7

Practice answering past exam questions to improve time management and exam technique.

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