ECON 394(S) European Economic History
What makes some nations rich and others poor? This course will explore this theme historically by examining European economic growth and development from the early modern period through World War II. Topics include the role of institutional change, government policies, trade and imperialism, agricultural improvements, and industrialization. The perspective will be comparative, both across Europe and to the experiences of developing countries today.
Format: lecture/discussion. Requirements: midterm, short problem sets, final, and a research paper.
Prerequisites: Economics 251 or 252 and some familiarity with statistical methods. Enrollment limit: 25 (expected: 25). Preference given to senior Economics majors.
Hour: NAFZIGER