ECON616 MULTISECTOR MODELS OF GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

Course Code:3110616
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:8.0
Department:Economics
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Graduate
Course Coordinator:
Offered Semester:Fall or Spring Semesters.

Course Objectives


Course Content

Stylized facts of growth; Hecksher-Ohlin-Samuelson Model; trade and growth; dynamic general equilibrium models; multisector growth models; social accounting matrix; solution to recursive dynamic models; time elimination method; calibration.


Course Learning Outcomes


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
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1Advanced level of knowledge on the theory of economics and economic indicators, competency in modelling, analysis and application of economic theories using advanced mathematical and econometric techniques;✔
2Competency in asking the right research questions;✔
3Develop an innovative knowledge, method, design and/or practice or adapt an already known knowledge, method, design and/or practice to another field; research, conceive, design, adapt and implement an original subject;✔
4Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with; efficient use of time; demonstrate leadership in contexts requiring innovative and interdisciplinary problem solving;✔
5Ability in thouroughly explaining the impact of economic policies on individuals, markets and countries with the help of the theoretical background achieved during program of study;✔
6Contribute to the progression in the field by producing an innovative idea, skill, and/or practice or by adapting an already known idea, skill, and/or practice to a different field independently;✔
7Contribute to the transition of the community to an information society and its sustainability process by introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements;✔
8Ability and competence to work and conduct research with national and international research groups and partnerships;✔
9Defend original views when exchanging ideas in the field with professionals and communicate effectively by showing competence in the field.✔

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