| Semester | Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | T+P+L | Credit | Number of ECTS Credits |
| 7 | ECON421 | GROWTH ECONOMICS | 3+0+0 | 3 | 5 |
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Language of Instruction
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English
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Level of Course Unit
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Bachelor's Degree
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Department / Program
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ECONOMICS
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Type of Program
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Formal Education
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Type of Course Unit
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Elective
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Course Delivery Method
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Face To Face
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Objectives of the Course
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Introducing the fundamental theories explaining economic growth.
Illustrating the diversity of theories and perspectives within growth literature.
Providing knowledge on the patterns of structural transformations.
Introducing existing policy options to enhance economic growth.
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Course Content
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Course is aimed at examining issues related to economic growth from both theoretical and empirical perspectives starting from the basic definitions, terminology and questions in growth economics. Basic theories of economic growth, growth policies, structural transformations, effects of economic growth on economic dynamics (such as production and consumption) and related subjects are examined throughout the course. In addition, contemporary applications and issues such as sustainable growth, effects of economic growth on social dynamics and vice versa are discussed in detail.
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Course Methods and Techniques
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Prerequisites and co-requisities
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None
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Course Coordinator
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None
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Name of Lecturers
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None
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Assistants
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None
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Work Placement(s)
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No
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Recommended or Required Reading
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Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"
Assessment Methods and Criteria
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In-Term Studies
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Yarıyıl İçi Çalışmalarının Başarı Notunun Katkısı
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1
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40
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Final examination
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1
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60
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Total
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2
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100
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ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
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Activities
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Total Work Load
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Araştırma
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12
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3
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36
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İnceleme
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12
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3
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36
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Kişisel Çalışma
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12
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3
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36
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Yüz Yüze Ders
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14
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3
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42
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Total Work Load
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Number of ECTS Credits 5
150
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Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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1
| Interpret growth models. |
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| Identify potential problems with conducting a growth policy. |
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3
| Discuss major economic issues about promoting economic growth. |
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4
| Design simple growth models. |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant
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