ECN 2005 Global Economic Geography
This introduction to diverse, global patterns of economic activity focuses exclusively on developing economies, describing their geography and populations in terms of production and trade; investment and consumption; income and inequality; and overall freedom of opportunity and well-being. The course explores theories and processes of spatial-temporal differences and the development strategies to advance human conditions in their physical and social environments. It explores domestic and international structures, models and institutions which address policies aimed to improve health, education, economic outcomes, and international relations. And presents students with cultures and contexts outside of the western world. IAI: S4 903N