Economics

Topics in Growth and Inequality

Module code: L1104
Level 6
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Coursework, Computer based exam

This module will introduce you 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
• 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