Topics in Growth and Inequality (L1104)
Topics in Growth and Inequality
Module L1104
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
This module will introduce students to the theoretical, conceptual and empirical tools that enable the analysis of distributional considerations in economics. Topics include theories of inclusive growth, growth incidence, inequality measurement, economic mobility and equality of opportunity, inequality dynamics, taxation and inequality, and minimum wages and inequality, among others. Topics may change year-on-year to reflect contemporary developments in the field.
Module learning outcomes
Critically assess theories of economic growth.
Evaluate the distributional impact of policy recommendations and growth strategies.
Formulate suitable measures of inequality appropriate to particular circumstances.
Effectively communicate contemporary issues of economic inequality to specialist and non-specialist audiences
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 1 Assessment | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Presentation | T1 Week 11 (7 minutes) | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111110 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 01111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr C. Rashaad Shabab
Assess convenor, Convenor
https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/279466
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