Information Package / Course Catalogue
Economic Growth
Course Code: EKO503
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

The purpose of this Economic Growth course is to provide master's level students with a comprehensive understanding of the theories, determinants, and dynamics of economic growth. This course also aims to explore the factors that contribute to sustained increases in a nation's production capacity and standards of living over time. By the end of this course, students will develop a sophisticated understanding of the theories, empirical evidence, and policy implications surrounding economic growth. They will be equipped with the analytical tools and skills necessary to contribute to scholarly research, policymaking, and practical interventions aimed at fostering sustained and inclusive economic growth in both national and global contexts.

Course Content

This master's level course delves into the theories, measurements, and policy implications surrounding economic growth. This course will explore the concept of economic growth, how it is measured, and the various factors that drive it. Some topics to be covered include: income differences between countries, measurement of economic growth, determinants of economic growth, and its theoretical foundations.

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