ECON430 Growth and Development
ECON430 Growth and Development
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Economics
Edin Šabanović
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course is designed to give students a solid understanding of the meaning and current issues of economic development in developing countries. This course provides students with knowledge regarding the development policies for improvement of economic development and quality of life in a country.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Todaro, M. P. and Smith, S. C. (2020). Economic Development. Pearson.
Additional Literature
/Teaching Methods
The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation
Video and audio aids)
Student presentations
Projects and class discussions.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction / Overview of main topics | |
| 2 | Comparative economic development | Chapter 1 |
| 3 | Economic growth vs. economic development | Chapter 2 |
| 4 | Comparative economic development | Chapter 3 |
| 5 | Contemporary Models of Development and Underdevelopment Quiz | Chapter 3,4 |
| 6 | Poverty, inequality, and development | Chapter 5 |
| 7 | Human capital: Population, Education and Health in economic development | Chapter 6, 8 |
| 8 | Midterm Exam | |
| 9 | Urban-rural development and enviromental aspects of development | Chapters 7,9,10 |
| 10 | Non-working day | |
| 11 | International Trade Theory and Development Strategy and Balance of payments, debt, financial crises, and stabilization policies, FDI | Chapter 12, 13 |
| 12 | Finance and Fiscal Policy for Development | Chapter 15 |
| 13 | Development Policymaking and the Roles of Market, State, and Civil Society | Chapter 11 |
| 14 | Presentations | |
| 15 | Review and Discussion |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECON430.1 | Course | Friday 15:00 - 17:50 | B F1.8 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Midterm exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Project and Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lectures
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Home studying
84 hours ⏳ (14 week × 6 h)
Presentation
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
Quiz
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ECON430] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| ECON430 | Growth and Development | 3 | 0 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | ECON202 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Edin Šabanović | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Currently not available |
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| esabanovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course is designed to give students a solid understanding of the meaning and current issues of economic development in developing countries. This course provides students with knowledge regarding the development policies for improvement of economic development and quality of life in a country. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Todaro, M. P. and Smith, S. C. (2020). Economic Development. Pearson. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation, video and audio aids), student presentations, projects and class discussions. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction / Overview of main topics | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Comparative economic development | Chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Economic growth vs. economic development | Chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Comparative economic development | Chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Contemporary Models of Development and Underdevelopment Quiz | Chapter 3,4 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Poverty, inequality, and development | Chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Human capital: Population, Education and Health in economic development | Chapter 6, 8 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm Exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Urban-rural development and enviromental aspects of development | Chapters 7,9,10 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Non-working day | |||||||||
| Week 11 | International Trade Theory and Development Strategy and Balance of payments, debt, financial crises, and stabilization policies, FDI | Chapter 12, 13 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Finance and Fiscal Policy for Development | Chapter 15 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Development Policymaking and the Roles of Market, State, and Civil Society | Chapter 11 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Presentations | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Review and Discussion | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1, 2, 3 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 25 | 1, 2, 3 | Not Allowed | |
| Project and Presentation | 1 | 20 | 1, 2, 3 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 1 | 15 | 1, 2, 3 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lectures | 3 | 14 | 42 | Home studying | 6 | 14 | 84 | |||
| Presentation | 6 | 2 | 12 | Quiz | 6 | 2 | 12 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 17/02/2026 | |||||||||