Economic Growth Theories and Their Relevance to Poverty Alleviation Strategies

This exam analyzes various economic growth theories, including endogenous and exogenous growth models, and their implications for poverty alleviation efforts. Candidates will critically engage with these theories in a development context.

The understanding of these growth theories is fundamental in framing effective poverty alleviation strategies. A well-founded approach to economic growth can lead to sustainable improvements in living standards among vulnerable populations.

Assessment will gauge the candidates' ability to articulate the relevance of growth theories in formulating policies aimed at poverty reduction, and to discuss real-world cases demonstrating the application of these theories.

Candidates may incorporate discussions of historical economic data to illustrate the relationship between growth models and poverty outcomes in developing nations.