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ECON-3314: Middle East Economics

Description: Introduction to the economies of the Middle East and North Africa. Application of economic analysis to economic history and modern economic growth of the region. Historical role of a strong state and Islam in shaping the institutions of private property in Middle Eastern societies. The market for oil and the integration of the region into the global economy. The modern economy of the Middle East with focus on human capital development, inequality, and the role of women.

Pathways: N/A

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: ECON-2006

Required By: N/A

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: N/A

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 3

Average GPA: 3.02 (rounds to B)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 20.66%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 3.55%

Isfahani Djavad Salehi202441.3%32.9%15.6%2.0%4.8%3.5%3.023

Grade Distribution Over Time

1234GPA
Fall 2021Fall 2022Fall 2024Term050% W