The History of Economic Growth
ECON 1342
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Description
This course examines the history of economic growth, from prehistoric times through the present. Topics covered include the Neolithic Revolution; economic growth in ancient societies; the origins of modern economic growth; theories and evidence about the institutional, geographic, and cultural determinants of growth; the East Asian Growth Miracle; and theories and evidence about the persistence of poverty in the world’s poorest regions.
Requires completion or concurrent enrollment in 1010/1011a OR 1010/1011b, or permission of the instructor
Recommended Prep
Requires completion or concurrent enrollment in 1010/1011a OR 1010/1011b, or permission of the instructor
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
NOTE: This course requires additional sections; you will be prompted to choose secondary components during the Add to Cart process
