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TPB2012-015
3) Learning Outcomes
Identify the learning outcomes for this module, i.e. knowledge, skills and attributes to be developed through
completion of this module. Outcomes should be referenced to the relevant QAA benchmark statements and the
Framework for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (2008). The SEEC
Credit Level Descriptors for Further and Higher Education 2003 and Queen Mary Statement of Graduate
Attributes should also be used as a guiding framework for curriculum design.
Academic Content:
A 1
A 2
A 3
Demonstrate a clear understanding of a number of issues discussed in the the economics of developing countries
Have an overview of the main quantitative methods used in development economics, with reference to the public
policy literature
Able to apply these skills for their own research via a dissertation and policy work in their future career.
Disciplinary Skills - able to:
B 1
B 2
Develop research skills through independent study and group-based work within seminars
Strengthen ability empirically to examine theories and empirical evidence in public policy delivery in developing
countries.
B 3
Attributes:
C 1
C 2
Apply different empirical methods to analyse empirical problems
Enhance critical analysis, method, oral and written communications skills
C 3
4) Reading List
Provide an indicative reading list for the module. This should include key texts and/or journals but should not
be an exhaustive list of materials.
Ray, D, (2009) Development Economics, Princeton University Press.
Belsey,T and M.Ghatak (2007): Reforming Public Service Delivery, Journal of African Economies, Vol 16, pp. 127–156
Angrist, J.D. and Pischke, J.S. (2008) Mostly Harmless Econometrics: An Empiricist’s Companion, Princeton University Press.