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Abstract
The course will start with a discussion of how development can be defined and measured. Students are then introduced to classical and endogenous growth theory and the role of capital, technology, governance, education and health for economic development. Students will also gain an in-depth understanding how various forms of market failures lead to poverty and the policies
Objective
The goal of this course is to provide students with a basic understanding of both theories and empirics on poverty, growth and inequality. Based on this understanding, important policies for sustainable economic development and poverty reduction are discussed, with a focus on the role technology can take to reduce poverty and foster growth.