Economic Growth

6 unitsSem 1In Person

Research School of Economics · ANU College of Business and Economics

About this course

This course explores theoretical developments in the analysis of economic growth and introduces current debates on evidence and policy-relevant to the growth performance of both developed and developing economies. The course is structured around a series of key papers from journals, lecture material and a relevant coursebook. The theoretical material is reinforced by tutorial exercises and assignments that require students to understand and interpret the mathematics and economics of the growth models.

Learning outcomes

1demonstrate an understanding of economic growth models
2demonstrate an understanding of how growth models have changed over time
3demonstrate an understanding of key empirical findings in the field
4examine the role of policies that aid economic growth - both for developed and developing economies
5use data and case studies to undertake country analysis in individual and/or group setting
6use empirical and theoretical material from literature to provide policy recommendations

Assessment

Weights and hurdle requirements come straight from the imported ANU record.

Case study - written assignment

10%

Case study- presentation

10%

Paper presentation (plus – summary, 1000 words)

20%

Final Exam

60%

Study expectations

Study information

130 hours in total over the semester consisting of lectures, seminars/tutorials and private study time. Other Information REFERENCING REQUIREMENTS Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website. (130 hours in total)

Texts and reading

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Course essentials

Academic year: 2026
Course subject: ECON
Subject name: Economics
Academic career: PGRD
School: Research School of Economics
College: ANU College of Business and Economics
Convener: AsPr Timothy Kam
Delivery: In Person
Unit value: 6 units
EFTSL: 0.125
Last source update: Not listed

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Fees

International fee paying students: International · 2026 · Course basis; $7,020
Student Contribution Band Code 34: Commonwealth supported · 2026; ANU contribution-band code 34
Estimated domestic fee: ≈ $4,920; Estimated from the median of 40 similar courses in the ANU College of Business and Economics. ANU's page didn't list a fee we could read, so this isn't the official fee.

Areas and attributes

Areas of interest

EconometricsEconomicsSustainable Development