• Deakin University

ADH733.1 Introducing Economic Development

Examine the progress of thinking about the meaning of development and development strategies.

ADH733.1 Introducing Economic Development
  • Duration2 weeks
  • Weekly study10 hours
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Deakin’s degrees in Development and Humanitarian Action provide you with the analytical skills needed to understand the contexts of development and humanitarian programs as well as practical skills to apply in the field.

What topics will you cover?

  • Outline different definitions of economic development
  • Differentiate between GDP, GNP and GNI
  • Recognise that economic models change over time
  • Relate economic development to wellbeing

Who is the course for?

Deakin University postgraduate students.

Who will you learn with?

Damien Kingsbury

Damien is Professor of International Politics at Deakin. His main research interest is politics and security issues in Southeast Asia and his many books address development and conflict in the region.

Who developed the course?

Deakin University

Deakin University is one of Australia’s largest universities with more than 61,000 students and over 15,000 online.

  • Established1974
  • LocationMelbourne, Australia
  • World rankingTop 280Source: QS World University Rankings 2021