Economic History: China and the Asia Pacific Economy

<p>Understand the forces behind Asia’s economic transformation. This course explores how China and the Asia Pacific region have developed through industrialisation, policy and global integration.</p><p>This course gives you a deeper understanding of the economic transformation of China and the Asia Pacific region. You’ll explore how countries in the region have industrialised and modernised, and how institutions, policies, and global trends have shaped their development.</p><p>Using historical and comparative perspectives, you’ll study the rise of the East Asian model and its relevance for China. Topics include agricultural reform, industrial policy, export-led growth and equitable development. You’ll also examine China’s shift to a market economy and compare it with other regional experiences - from Japan to ASEAN.</p><p>In the second part of the course, you’ll focus on China’s role in today’s global economy. You’ll analyse trade policy, foreign investment and patterns of regional integration.</p><p>Whether you’re interested in global development, international economics or policy analysis, this course helps you understand one of the most dynamic regions in the world - and the forces driving its growth.<br/></p>