Course Details

ECONOMIES OF SOUTH ASIA

ECON358

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Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS Credits
3ECON358ECONOMIES OF SOUTH ASIA3+0+035

Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program ECONOMICS
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course Reviewing the basic economic history of South Asia. Introducing different institutional settings of South Asian countries. Analyzing the economic reform processes in South Asian countries. Introduction into the different economies of South Asia.
Course Content This course serves as an introductory exploration of South Asian economies, spanning from Pakistan to Bangladesh, Nepal to the Maldives, united by close cultural ties and a shared history, such as British colonial rule. Gaining demographic and economic significance, the region is poised to play a crucial role in addressing global challenges like poverty, inequality, and climate change. The course analyzes institutional and cultural aspects, impacting economic structures and the development of South Asian countries, including their foreign economic relations. Students will grasp essential considerations for business relations with South Asian countries.
Course Methods and Techniques This course will utilize methods such as case studies, economic data analysis related to South Asian countries, and group discussions. Students will work with both historical and contemporary examples to understand the economic reform processes and institutional structures of these countries. Additionally, the course will analyze economic growth and development strategies, international trade relations, and efforts to address global challenges in South Asian economies. Group projects and simulations will be used to support the practical application of theoretical knowledge.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers None
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
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This course aims to explore the fundamental structures and historical development of South Asian economies. By providing an introduction to the economic history of countries such as Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and the Maldives, the course will analyze the different institutional frameworks and economic reform processes in these countries. Emphasizing the region's growing economic and demographic importance, the course will also discuss South Asia's role in addressing global issues like poverty, inequality, and climate change. Additionally, economic and cultural considerations relevant to business relations with South Asian countries will be covered.

Course Category
Social Sciences %100

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
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Yarıyıl İçi Çalışmalarının Başarı Notunun Katkısı 1 % 40
Yarıl yılSonu Sınavı/Dönem Projesinin Başarı Notuna Katkısı 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Araştırma Ödevi 1 10 10
Yazılı Sınav 1 20 20
Grup Sunumu 1 5 5
Grup Projesi 1 10 10
Ev Ödevi 14 2 28
Sınıf İçi Aktivitesi 1 10 10
Sunum 3 5 15
Yüz Yüze Ders 14 3 42
Final Sınavı 1 10 10
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 5 150

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Use the basic economic history of South Asian countries to explain the region’s past and current economy.
2 Analyze the influences of the institutional settings of South Asian countries on their economies.
3 Analyze the influence of the economic and business culture on South Asian economies.
4 Analyze economies of specific South Asian countries.


Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction to the Economic History of South Asia
2 Institutional Settings in South Asia
3 Economic Reforms in South Asian Countries
4 Fundamental Dynamics of South Asian Economies
5 Trade and Investment Relations in South Asia
6 Business Culture and Its Impact on South Asian Economies
7 Lecture Free Week
8 Poverty and Inequality in South Asia
9 South Asia's Relationship with the Global Economy
10 Agriculture and Industry in South Asian Countries
11 Climate Change and Sustainability in South Asia
12 Foreign Economic Relations of South Asian Countries
13 Economic Analysis of Specific South Asian Countries
14 Future Economic Challenges in South Asia


Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
C1 3 3 2 4 5 3 5 2 3
C2 3 4 3 4 5 3 5 3 3
C3 2 3 2 4 5 2 5 2 2
C4 3 3 3 4 5 3 5 2 3

Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant


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