ObjectivesThe core modules on this course will provide you with a solid grounding in economics, while specialised modules give you the opportunity to address current theories, issues and evidence in economic policy as applied to developing countries. The specific objective is to equip you with knowledge of the techniques for economic policy analysis in developing countries as well as the ability to apply these techniques. The content of this course is influenced by the research experience and activities of staff associated with CREDIT and CPE.
Entry requirementsThis course is aimed at those of you who wish to apply their advanced level knowledge of economics to practical and policy issues, and who have a particular interest in development issues. It is also of particular use if you want to work as a professional economist in the private or public sectors.
Academic titleMSc Economic Development and Policy Analysis
Course descriptionKey facts
-The Nottingham School of Economics is a recognised centre of excellence in teaching, having achieved a perfect score of 24/24 in the latest QAA teaching audit.
-It is also one of the premier centres for teaching and research in economics in the UK, achieving a 5A ranking in the most recent Research Assessment Exercise.
-CREDIT (Centre for Research in Economic Development and International Trade) is a research focus for members of the School of Economics and colleagues in other research institutions among whose principle research interests are economics issues pertaining to developing countries.
-The Centre for Policy Evaluationwas established in 2005 to provide a forum for the development of new research initiatives that contribute to our understanding of the economic effects of public policy.
Course Content
During the first semester, you will pursue core modules in:
-Microeconomic Analysis
-Macroeconomic Analysis
-Economic Policy Analysis
-Economic Data Analysis
-In the second semester, you will take four more modules. Two of these must be in Development Policy Analysis and Trade Policy Analysis.
The remaining two modules are a free choice of options from a wide range, including:
-Advanced Macroeconomic Theory
-International Macroeconomics
-Behavioural Economic Theory
-Experimental Methods in Economics
-Labour Economics
-Income Distribution and Poverty
-Trade Analysis and Policy
-Global Environmental Issues
-Applied Money and Finance
-Financial Economics
-Behavioural Finance
-Development Policy Analysis
-Development Microeconomics
-Options and Futures Markets
-Decision-making under Risk and Uncertainty
Please note that not all Semester 2 modules are taught in every year and that all modules may be subject to change.
You will write a supervised dissertation over the summer period on a topic of your choice related to Economic Development and Policy Analysis.
Course Structure
The MSc in Economic Development and Policy Analysis is taught over 1 year on a full-time basis.
You will be required to complete 120 credits’ worth of core and optional modules before undertaking a supervised dissertation on a topic of your choice.
Modules on this course are mainly assessed by examinations at the end of the semester in which the module is taught. Some modules are also assessed on the basis of coursework.