Introduction to Development Studies Disciplines

DS 100: Introduction to Development Studies Disciplines (2 Credits (45 Lect.; 30 Sem.; 0 Pract.)
Prerequisites: None

Content
Concepts of development studies, evolution of development studies, mode of production, North-South relation and the Bretton Wood institutions, philosophy and theories of development, globalization and contemporary issues.

Students upon successful completion of the course will be able to:

  • understand concepts of human kind transformation and theories of development.
  • explain evolution human kind transformation and theories of development.
  • apply theories of development to assess rural well-being.
  • compare development theories in the context of developing countries.