| School/Faculty/Institute |
Faculty of Econ., Admin. and Social Sciences |
| Course Code |
ECON 346 |
| Course Title in English |
Development Economics |
| Course Title in Turkish |
Kalkınma İktisadı |
| Language of Instruction |
EN |
| Type of Course |
Flipped Classroom |
| Level of Course |
Advanced |
| Semester |
Spring |
| Contact Hours per Week |
| Lecture: 3 |
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| Estimated Student Workload |
125 hours per semester |
| Number of Credits |
5 ECTS |
| Grading Mode |
Standard Letter Grade
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| Pre-requisites |
ECON 101 - Microeconomics | ECON 102 - Macroeconomics
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| Expected Prior Knowledge |
Basic knowledge of microeconomics or macroeconomics |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| Registration Restrictions |
Only for undergraduate students |
| Overall Educational Objective |
Learn the fundamentals of development economics and evaluate the differences between quantitative and qualitative dimensions of economic theory.
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| Course Description |
This course intends to discuss both classical and contemporary issues in development economics. Building on the knowledge accumulated in macro and micro sides of economic theory, Development Economics intends to review issues such as; education, health, human capital development, environmental issues, industrialization, integration between macroeconomic issues and economic fundamentals. After successful completion of the course, students will have ability to enroll in graduate level courses related with economics theory, further issues development economics etc. |
| Course Description in Turkish |
Bu ders hem klasik hem de güncel kalkınma teorilerini tartışmayı hedeflemektedir. İktisat teorisinin makro ve mikro boyutlarından edinilen bilgilerin ışığında Kalkınma Ekonomisi dersi, eğitim, sağlık, beşeri sermaye gelişimi, çevresel gelişmeler, sanayileşme, makro iktisadi gelişmeler ve iktisadi yapılar arasındaki ilişkileri açıklamaktadır. Bu dersi başarıyla tamamlayan öğrenciler yüksek lisans seviyesinde iktisat ve iktisat teorisi ile ilgili derslere devam edebilecek bilgi birikimine sahip olacaktır. |
Course Learning Outcomes and Competences
Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) compare and contrast different views to economic development
2) understand the difference between economic growth and development
3) evaluate the importance of health, education, demography and urbanization as development tools for economic policy making
4) analyze the trade-off between inequality and growth
5) explain the impact of international trade and finance on development challenges of the globe.
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| 1) Has a broad understanding of economics with a deep exposure to other social sciences and mathematics. |
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| 2) Demonstrates knowledge and skills in understanding the interactions of different areas of economics. |
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| 3) Displays a sound comprehension of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory.
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| 4) Applies economic concepts to solve complex problems and enhance decision-making capability. |
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| 5) Uses quantitative techniques to analyze different economic systems.
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| 6) Applies theoretical knowledge to analyze issues regarding Turkish and global economies. |
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| 7) Demonstrates proficiency in statistical tools and mainstream software programs to process and evaluate economic data. |
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| 8) Behaves according to scientific and ethical values at all stages of economic analysis: data collection, interpretation and dissemination of findings.
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| 9) Uses written and spoken English effectively (at least CEFR B2 level) to exchange scientific information. |
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| 10) Exhibits individual and professional ethical behavior and social responsibility. |
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| 11) Displays learning skills necessary for further study with a high degree of autonomy |
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Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences
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S Supportive |
H Highly Related |
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Program Outcomes and Competences |
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Assessed by |
| 1) |
Has a broad understanding of economics with a deep exposure to other social sciences and mathematics. |
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Exam,Project
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| 2) |
Demonstrates knowledge and skills in understanding the interactions of different areas of economics. |
H |
Exam,Project
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| 3) |
Displays a sound comprehension of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory.
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Exam
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Applies economic concepts to solve complex problems and enhance decision-making capability. |
H |
Exam,Project
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| 5) |
Uses quantitative techniques to analyze different economic systems.
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S |
Project
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| 6) |
Applies theoretical knowledge to analyze issues regarding Turkish and global economies. |
H |
Exam,Project
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| 7) |
Demonstrates proficiency in statistical tools and mainstream software programs to process and evaluate economic data. |
N |
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Behaves according to scientific and ethical values at all stages of economic analysis: data collection, interpretation and dissemination of findings.
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Project
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Uses written and spoken English effectively (at least CEFR B2 level) to exchange scientific information. |
H |
Exam,Project
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Exhibits individual and professional ethical behavior and social responsibility. |
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Project
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Displays learning skills necessary for further study with a high degree of autonomy |
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Exam,Project
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| Prepared by and Date |
BURHAN CAN KARAHASAN , December 2023 |
| Course Coordinator |
BURHAN CAN KARAHASAN |
| Semester |
Spring |
| Name of Instructor |
Prof. Dr. BURHAN CAN KARAHASAN |
Course Contents
| Week |
Subject |
| 1) |
Introduction |
| 2) |
Classical Theories of Economic Development |
| 3) |
Modern Theories of Economic Development |
| 4) |
Poverty and Income Inequality |
| 5) |
Population and Demography |
| 6) |
Urbanization and Migration |
| 7) |
Human Capital Development (Education & Health) |
| 8) |
Midterm / Term Paper Topic and Lecture Discussion |
| 9) |
Regional Development and Territorial Inequalities |
| 10) |
Environmental Issues |
| 11) |
Int’l Trade, BoP, Financial Crises and Stabilization |
| 12) |
Foreign Finance, Investment, Aid |
| 13) |
Development Policy Making I |
| 14) |
Development Policy Making II - Review |
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Final examination period |
| 16) |
Final examination period |
Information Package / Course Catalogue