ECON0490A-S10
Comparative Economics
Comparative Institutional Economics
This seminar provides an introduction to comparative institutional economics, a new and evolving field that explores the nature, origin and impact of the rules that govern economic interaction. Particular attention will be given to the different ways in which societies enforce contracts and define property rights. Drawing on examples from present day developed and developing countries, as well as more distant history, we will ask how and why such institutional differences arise and whether they matter for economic performance. (ECON 0250 or ECON 0255; or by approval) 3 hrs. sem.
This seminar provides an introduction to comparative institutional economics, a new and evolving field that explores the nature, origin and impact of the rules that govern economic interaction. Particular attention will be given to the different ways in which societies enforce contracts and define property rights. Drawing on examples from present day developed and developing countries, as well as more distant history, we will ask how and why such institutional differences arise and whether they matter for economic performance. (ECON 0250 or ECON 0255; or by approval) 3 hrs. sem.
- Term:
- Spring 2010
- Location:
- Munroe Hall 407(MNR 407)
- Schedule:
- 11:00am-12:15pm on Tuesday, Thursday (Feb 8, 2010 to May 10, 2010)
- Type:
- Seminar
- Instructors:
- Will Pyle
- Subject:
- Economics
- Department:
- Economics
- Division:
- Social Sciences
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- CMP
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 22601
- Subject Code:
- ECON
- Course Number:
- 0490
- Section Identifier:
- A