Political Economy of Institutions and Development
This course is part of the SDG initiative http://www.sdginitiative.org/
addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goals, specifically for the following SDGs [1, 8, 10 and 16]. We hope you will join in our efforts to reach the SDG’s in small but measurable and actionable ways, cooperating with Development Done Differently. Expand your impact. You can create a better world.In today’s world, politics and economics are interconnected, but what is the nature of this connectivity? What are the power relationships that shape the world economy today and create new challenges for international institutions facing globalization? What makes some countries wealthier than others? Do we face cultural diversity or fragmentation? Does the type of governance effect economic development and social change or is it the other way around? How do we measure it and how trustworthy is the data? These issues and many more will be examined in this course along with a wide library of sources and a biting criticism.
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Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Introduction into this course
Week 2
Data used in Political Economy
Week 3
Trust
Week 4
Society and Fragmentation
Week 5
Governance
Week 6
Economic Development
Week 7
Globalisation
Week 8
International organizations
Week 9
Non Governmental actors
Week 10
Final
Week 11
Extra Material
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Is there a book accompanying this course?
The book 'Configuring the World. A critical Political Economy approach' (April 2016) was written by Prof. Richard Griffiths and is available through all online bookshops (recommended ebook price is $5,95).
10% revenues will go to Handicap International for whom his daughter works in West Africa.
Reviews
This course was very interesting and useful to the understanding of the social and economic systems and the global development process.
I like the modules and subjects presented by the instructor. It was a great course. Pretty good if you are pursuing a career in International Development or Economy.
Muy preciso, actualizado. De videos y lecturas amenas. Super recomendable.
I gained a great deal of knowledge as Prof Griffiths gives in depth explanations of concepts.
