ECON 585 Economic Growth: Theory and Estimation

This course covers advanced topics in macroeconomics with a focus on theoretical and empirical macroeconomic modeling of economic growth. In particular, we introduce modern economic growth models and empirical applications that shed light on the mechanics of economic growth and technological change. Then, we use these economic models and empirical applications to answer the three big macroeconomic questions: (1) Why are some countries rich and others poor?; (2) What is the engine of economic growth?; and (3) How do we understand growth miracles and growth disasters?

Credit 3 hrs
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Winter (in-person)

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Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

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Change to title, description, and prerequisites 12/2021, effective Fall 2022

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