Course # 35577 Section Number 1 Day(s) Tu- Th Time(s) 9:30am-10:50am Term Winter 2025 Specialization International Policy Course Instructor Austin Wright Syllabus Syllabus 1/10/24 Big Data and Development is a seminar course focused on the use of innovative data capture and analysis techniques to investigate topics related to economic and political development. Microlevel data is increasingly used to target and evaluate development interventions. In this course, students will engage with cutting-edge theoretical and quantitative research, drawing on readings in economics, political science, and data science. The course is organized around a set of core topics, including political and economic development, community-driven aid interventions, causes and consequences of conflict, and climate change. Course assessments will include three short research briefs and a final paper. Quarter Title Instructor Day(s) Time(s) Syllabus Winter 2025 Big Data and Development Austin Wright Tuesday, Thursday 9:30am-10:50am Syllabus Recent News More news Student Profile: Shiyao Wang, MSCAPP Class of 2026 Thu., November 07, 2024 The 2024 Pearson Global Forum Spotlighted Negotiation and Agreement Around the Globe Wed., November 06, 2024 What are the 20 highest-paying jobs in America? Doctors, doctors, more doctors. Wed., November 06, 2024 Upcoming Events More events Ask Admissions: Credential Programs Info Session Mon., November 11, 2024 | 7:30 PM Ask Admissions: Credential Programs Info Session Tue., November 12, 2024 | 7:00 AM UChicago Harris MSCAPP Panel Discussion Wed., November 13, 2024 | 9:00 AM
November 06, 2024 The 2024 Pearson Global Forum Spotlighted Negotiation and Agreement Around the Globe