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GROWTH AND DISTRIBUTION

EIC3012 GROWTH AND DISTRIBUTION
3 Credits

Pre-requisite EIA1004 Development Economics

Learning At the end of this course, the students are able to:
Outcomes
1. explain the importance of growth, development and equality in the distribution of
income;
2. state the theories and concept of poverty and income distribution; and
3. discuss policy issues in addressing the poverty and income distribution problem.

Synopsis This course focuses on economic growth, development, poverty and income
distribution. The basic issue pertains to the widespread incidence of poverty and
the widening gap between the rich and the poor in developing countries despite
experiencing sustained economic growth. Globally, the concern is increasing
income inequality between rich and poor countries

References 1. Cypher, James M. and Dietz, James L. (2009).The Process of Economic
Development. Oxon: Routledge.
2. Dowling, J.M and Valenzuela, M.R (2004). Economic Development in Asia.
Singapore: Thomson Learning.
3. Todaro, M and Smith, Stephen C. (2009). Economic Development. Harlow,
England: Addison-Wesley.
4. Weil, David N. (2009). Economic Growth. Singapore: Pearson International.

Soft Skills CS1, CS2, CS3
TS1, TS2

Assessment Continuous Assessment : 40%
Final Examination : 60%

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