Development Economics MA

Comments about Development Economics MA - At the institution - Kingston Upon Thames - Greater London

• Objectives
  Optional modules allow you either to gain a broad overview of economic development or to specialise in the financial sector of developing countries; the structure of global governance; and/or in the impact of transnational enterprises. You will also develop your ability to write as an economist expert in development issues and, in doing so, further deepen you knowledge and understanding of your chosen specialisms.
• Entry requirements
  If you are interested in developing your knowledge of economic analysis and its applications, and would also like the opportunity to focus on development economics, this course is ideal.
• Academic title
  Development Economics MA
• Course description
  What will you study?
  You will develop your knowledge of development economics by taking specialist option modules related to your specific interests. Some core modules will provide you with an in-depth understanding of macro- and microeconomics and applied econometrics. Others will improve your research and writing skills whilst further developing your specialisms.
  
  Finally, you will work individually with a member of staff to choose a topic for your dissertation, research this topic and write up your conclusions.
  
  Course structure
  Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list.
  
  Core modules
  -Microeconomic Analysis
  -Macroeconomic Analysis
  -Econometrics
  -Research Skills and Methods in Economics
  -Writing Economic Reports
  -Literature Review
  -Dissertation
  
  Option modules
  -Economics of Development
  -Money, Banking and International Finance in Developing Countries
  -Global Governance
  -Economics of Transnational Enterprises
  

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