OVERVIEW
Join Economics Professor Richard Akresh for an amazing experience studying international development in Benin, West Africa. The short-term study abroad course includes visits with NGOs, government agencies, agricultural production facilities, and a short host family stay. Students will meet with the U.S. Ambassador, visit Peace Corps volunteer projects in action, visit the African School of Economics, and meet with local university students.
| Location: | Benin |
| Terms: | Fall POT B + Winter Break |
| Course/Credit: | GLBL 298 (3 credit hours) |
| Website: | Program Website |
Abroad: January 1-14, 2024 (subject to change)
On-Campus: 7-10pm (subject to change) on October 18, November 1, November 15, November 29
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will visit different governmental, non-governmental, and private business organizations to examine the complexity of economic development issues in Africa. This program will challenge preconceived notions about the meaning of globalization and development—specifically as it relates to and impacts Beninese individuals. It will also study policies and programs that have succeeded or failed to offer the right incentives to individuals (whether in a household, firm, village, or country) and how these policies have had a significant impact on people. A 3-day, 2-night homestay in a rural village is included. This program has no language requirement, but knowledge of French can enhance the experience.
