World Poverty and Inequality: diagnostic and policies
- UE code ECONM825
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Schedule
30Quarter 1
- ECTS Credits 5
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Language
Anglais
- Teacher Guirkinger Catherine
By the end of the course, students are expected to:
This course offers an in-depth study of the measurement and policy approaches to tackling global poverty and inequality. It is structured around two key objectives: First, to provide students with a clear understanding of the content, methodologies, and limitations of common poverty and inequality measures. Second, to apply microeconomic reasoning to analyze specific policies designed to reduce poverty.
The course covers core topics such as poverty and inequality measures, the relationships between poverty, inequality, and economic growth, intrahousehold resource allocation with a focus on gender, and an in-depth analysis of two key policies: Conditional Cash Transfers (CCTs) and Universal Basic Income (UBI).
A central feature of the course is the practical application of theoretical concepts through homework assignments that involve real-world microlevel data analysis. These assignments allow students to engage directly with empirical evidence and develop a more nuanced understanding of the issues discussed.
Final grades are based on homeworks and a final exam.
A bibliography is made available on the first day of lecture.