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Fouad Sabry

Development Studies

Understanding Development: A Political Science Lens

“Development Studies,” part of the “Political Science” series, provides a nuanced understanding of how political and economic forces shape development efforts in the Global South.

Unveiling the Intricate Web of Development:
1. Development Studies: Foundational concepts and definitions.
2. United Nations Economic and Social Council: Role in international development cooperation.
3. Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs): Their influence on development initiatives.
4. International Relations: Impact on development strategies.
5. Economic Development: Theories and practices for growth in developing countries.

Beyond the Basics:
6. Development Economics: Economic principles specific to development.
7. Global North and Global South: Historical and contemporary inequalities.
8. International Development: Complexities and impacts.
9. Southern African Development Community (SADC): Regional development roles.

The Nuances of Development:
10. Underdevelopment: Causes and impacts.
11. Jomo Kwame Sundaram: Influential economist's ideas.
12. International Social Science Council (ISSC): Role in development research and policy.
13–19. Institutions and Figures: Insights from the University of Maryland School of Public Policy and Peter Herrmann.

Broaden Your Horizons:
16. Human Development (Economics): Holistic approach to development.
17–18. Intergovernmental Organizations and Academic Institutions: Forefront of development studies.
19–20. Department of International Development at King's College London and Peter Herrmann: Thought-provoking ideas.
21. Foreign Aid for Gender Equality in Jordan (Case Study): Real-world application of development principles.

“Development Studies” equips you to understand and discuss key issues in development, empowering you to contribute to positive change.
227 printed pages
Original publication
2024
Publication year
2024
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