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Presentation
Presentation
This course unit introduces the main theoretical models of economic growth, enabling students to understand its determinants in different contexts and to analyze the policies and institutions that promote economic growth and development. The course also encourages the application of theoretical concepts to the analysis of contemporary issues in the global economy.
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Class from course
Class from course
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Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Bachelor | Semestral | 5
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Year | Nature | Language
Year | Nature | Language
3 | Mandatory | Português
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Code
Code
ULP7018-26505
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Prerequisites and corequisites
Prerequisites and corequisites
Not applicable
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Professional Internship
Professional Internship
Não
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Syllabus
Syllabus
1. Introduction to Growth and Development Economics 2. Classic Growth Models 3. Solow Model and the Role of Technology 4. Endogenous Growth Models 5. Inequality and Growth 6. Institutions and Development 7. Economic Policies for Growth and Development 8. Contemporary Challenges for Global Growth
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Objectives
Objectives
In this curricular unit, students will be guided through a journey of understanding the main theoretical models of economic growth, allowing them to analyze the determinants of growth in different contexts and understand the economic and institutional policies that aim to promote growth and economic development. Furthermore, students will be encouraged to apply the theoretical concepts learned in the analysis of contemporary issues related to economic growth, providing them with the tools necessary for a critical and informed understanding of the challenges facing the global economy.
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Teaching methodologies
Teaching methodologies
The curricular unit will be conducted through a variety of pedagogical methods, including lectures, guided readings, analysis of practical cases and debates. This diverse approach aims to offer students an in-depth understanding of Growth and Development Economics concepts, allowing them to explore different perspectives and apply theoretical knowledge in real-world contexts.
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References
References
1. Acemoglu, D., & Robinson, J. A. (2012). Why Nations Fail: The Origins of Power, Prosperity, and Poverty. Crown Business. 2. Barro, R. J., & Sala-i-Martin, X. (2003). Economic Growth. MIT Press. 3. Romer, P. M. (1996). Advanced Macroeconomics. McGraw-Hill Education. 4. AFONSO, O., VASCONSELOS, P., NEVES, P. e SEQUEIRA, T. (2019). Crescimento Económico. Edições Almedina (Crescimento Económico (almedina.net))
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Assessment
Assessment
Descrição dos instrumentos de avaliação (individuais e de grupo) ¿ testes, trabalhos práticos, relatórios, projetos... respetivas datas de entrega/apresentação... e ponderação na nota final.
Exemplo:
Descrição
Data limite
Ponderação
Teste de avaliação
dd-mm-yyyy
30%
Portfolio
dd-mm-yyyy
40%
(...)
Adicionalmente poderão ser incluídas informações gerais, como por exemplo, referência ao tipo de acompanhamento a prestar ao estudante na realização dos trabalhos; referências bibliográficas e websites úteis; indicações para a redação de trabalho escrito...
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Mobility
Mobility
No
