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Learn how gender intersects with economic development through this 12-week course examining the complex relationships between gender roles, economic opportunities, and development outcomes. Explore theoretical frameworks that explain gender disparities in labor markets, education, health, and political participation across different economic contexts. Analyze how cultural norms, institutional structures, and policy interventions shape women's and men's economic experiences in both developed and developing countries. Investigate topics including gender wage gaps, occupational segregation, unpaid care work, access to credit and financial services, and the feminization of poverty. Examine case studies from various regions to understand how gender dynamics influence economic growth, poverty reduction, and sustainable development. Study the effectiveness of gender-targeted policies such as conditional cash transfers, microfinance programs, and quotas in political and corporate leadership. Develop skills in analyzing gender-disaggregated data and evaluating the economic impacts of gender equality initiatives. Gain insights into how addressing gender inequalities can contribute to more inclusive and sustainable economic development strategies.
