Coursework Briefing 2022/23
(Individual, written)
Coursework information
Course Code ECON4046
Course Title Economic Growth, Finance and Development
Couse Coordinator Roman Zakharenko
Coursework format Individual briefing note
Weighting 35%
Word limit 800 words for the main content, excluding references,
tables/figures, and other appendices
Action to be taken if word limit
is exceeded
No text will be read or evaluated beyond the word
limit
Submission date 21 February 2023, 12:00 GMT
Question
Answer the following question:
Discuss the methodological problems that researchers face when analysing the
factors of economic growth. Provide examples of academic papers that had to
address these methodological problems. In your view, were these problems solved
successfully, and what would you recommend for further improvement of the
methodology
Intended Learning Outcomes being assessed
Display a working knowledge of the academic empirical literature on economic
growth;
Achieve an understanding of factors that significantly contribute to economic
growth;
Acquire the knowledge of methodological issues that are typical for empirical
economic analysis;
Argue how such issues can be tackled in the context of economic growth studies.
Assessment criteria
This briefing note involves identifying and discussing the relevant papers in the
literature. You can use some of the papers from the lecture notes, but it is
expected that you use additional literature.
Your answer must be succinct and address the question closely. You should think
of this assignment as a memo or a briefing note, rather than a standard essay.
Introduction and conclusions are not required. It can take the form of a
connected series of bullet points with a brief – but to the point – explanation for
each bullet point. Such bullet points should be arranged in a logical sequence.
You can use section titles if you wish.
Word limit: no more than 800 words for the main content. Bibliography,
diagrams/tables, and appendices (if used), which are excluded from the word
count, should appear on additional page(s).
Please pay attention to the proper format of citations and references.
Feedback method
Individual feedback will normally be provided via Moodle. Generic (class-level)
feedback and grade profiles will normally be posted on Moodle. Students can use
academic staff office hours for additional feedback on your work.
