Course unit title

Development Economics

Course unit code

EKP601

Type of course unit (compulsory, optional)

Optional

Level of course units (according to

EQF: first cycle Bachelor, second cycle Master)

Second cycle Master

Year of study when the course unit is delivered

(if applicable)

Year 1

Semester/trimester when the course unit is delivered

Semester 1

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.8 ects

Name of lecturer(s)
  1. Dr. Lilik Sugiharti, SE., M.Sc  
  2. Fithriyah, Ph.D
  3. Atik Purmiyati, SE., M.Sc
  4. Friday, Dr. Ir. MT

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After taking this course students are able to:

  1. Examining the analytical framework and context of Development Economics
  2. Develop and address issues in the development economy using relevant analytical tools

Mode of delivery (face-to-face, distance learning)

- Face to face (offline), LCD, PC, Whiteboard and or

- Distance learning (online)

Prerequisites and co-requisites (if applicable)

No

Course content

This course explains the application of basic knowledge of macro and micro economics. presented in current development issues. Students are expected to be able to integrate the concepts of macroeconomics and microeconomics, using quantitative methods and linking them with micro data to examine issues in economic development such as indicators of welfare, inequality, poverty and other social problems.

Recommended or required

reading and other learning resources/tools
  1. Thirwall, A.P. (2011). Economics of Development: Theory and  

Evidence, 9 Ed, Palgrave MacMillan

  1. Van Den Berg, H. (2005). Economic Growth and  

Development. McGrawHill International ed

  1. Todaro, M. P. and Smith, S. C. (2012). Economic Development.  

Addison Willey

  1. Meier, G. M. and Rauch, J. E. (2000). Leading Issues in  

Economic Development. Oxford University Press

  1. Ray, D. (1998). Development economics. Princeton University  

Press.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Teaching (Classical Method), Presentation, Discussion, case-based method

Language of instruction

In Bahasa (Indonesian Language) and English

Assessment methods and criteria

Mid Exam (40%)

Presentations (20%)

Final Exam (40%)