Development Economics (Vorlesung) (SoSe 2026)

Veranstaltungszeitplan

Beschreibung

This course provides an introduction to core microeconomic questions in economic development. We combine key theoretical frameworks with empirical evidence to understand (i) why some countries remain poor and (ii) how markets and institutions function differently in low-income settings. Topics include human capital investments (education and health), labor markets, credit and savings constraints, land and property rights, and the role of the public sector and policy. Throughout the course, we emphasize how economists measure impacts and test mechanisms using modern micro-empirical methods and real-world applications. The course is designed for bachelor students with an interest in economic development and applied microeconometrics. Students will build intuition for development models, learn to critically assess empirical research, and develop the tools to evaluate policy interventions.

Dozenten

• Professor Dr. Andreas Stegmann (verantwortlich)