Topics in Economic Development ECON 455W (3)

In-depth analysis of various topics related to economic development. Specific topics will vary from term to term, but may include institutions, political economy, social capital and networks, financial markets and contracts, agricultural organization, women’s empowerment, culture, conflict, and natural resources. Prerequisite: ECON 333 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for ECON 455 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Quantitative.