Course Details in 2022/23 Session

Module Title	LM Development Economic Policy
School	Birmingham Business School
Department	Economics
Module Code	07 27186
Module Lead	Dr. Yi Liu
Level	Masters Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 2
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Restrictions	None
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Description	The basic aim of this module is to use our understanding of economic theory and econometric methods to analyze various aspects of policy as pursued by developing countries. Emphasis will be placed on trying to analyze the causal impact of policy. Topics covered include: micro credit policies, antipoverty policies for economic growth and development; public expenditure policies and political economy issues in a global economy.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Critically analyze challenges facing policy makers in developing economies; Conduct an in-depth evaluation of causal impact of actual policies that have been implemented; Synthesise the pros and cons of public expenditure policies and summarise the complex political economy issues; Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the complexities of anti-poverty policies.
Assessment	27186-01 : 5Min Video : Coursework (50%) 27186-02 : Exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 5 minute individual video (50%) & 1 hour exam (50%) Reassessment: Students only resit the failed component
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