2001 Spring ECON 142S-01
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Title CHINESE ECON-TRANSITION Department ECON Course Number 2001 Spring 142S Section Number 01 Primary Instructor Yang,Dennis T Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Eco. 1/51D or Eco. 2/52D.
Synopsis of course content
Evolution of the Chinese economy since 1949. Exposition of alternative economic systems, the commune, incentive problems and state enterprises. Analysis of recent reforms and their effects on economic efficiency: agricultural growth, changes in ownership structures, financial markets, reforms & inflation, privatization, gradualism and shock treatment. Through a research project, students develop expertise in one aspect of the Chinese economy.
Textbooks
TBA
Assignments
One book, and journal articles.
Exams
A mid-term.
Term Papers
Yes; TBA.
Grade to be based on
The mid-term exam, the term paper, and class participation.
Additional Information
This course is an elective in Markets and Management Studies, and Comparative Area Studies, and is crosslisted with PPS142/242S. Emphasis is on class discussion and student interaction.
For specific questions, please e-mail: yang@econ.duke.edu
