Middlebury

ECON 0234

Economics of Africa

Economics of Africa
Sub-Saharan Africa is home to some of the poorest and some of the fastest growing economies in the world. In this course, we will explore the opportunities for sustained, inclusive economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa, the challenges that must be overcome in realizing these opportunities, and the policy options for overcoming these challenges. Topics may include demography, institutions, infrastructure, agriculture, urbanization, climate change, health, natural resources, mobile technology, trade, and regional integration. Students will be exposed to relevant economic theory and recent empirical economic research on Africa. (ECON 0150 and ECON 0155)
Subject:
Economics
Department:
Economics
Division:
Social Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:
SAF SOC

Sections in Fall 2018

Fall 2018

ECON0234A-F18 Lecture (Porteous)