Información del curso

This course provides an advanced and systematic introduction to the mutual interactions between macroeconomic dynamics—most notably long-run economic growth—and political and economic institutions, with a particular emphasis on Emerging Economies. Students will explore the empirical facts that characterize growth from an international perspective, examine the fundamental economic drivers of long-run development, and analyze the central role played by institutions in shaping economic performance. The course also addresses the specific challenges faced by Emerging Economies and the implications of alternative institutional and policy arrangements for their development paths. By the end of the course, students will have acquired the analytical tools needed to understand the historical evolution of national economies since the Industrial Revolution, identify country-specific bottlenecks that constrain prosperity, and critically assess policy reform proposals. Students will also develop the ability to read, interpret, and engage with contemporary research in growth and development economics.