The course aims at providing students with the fundamental theoretical concepts of regional economics, regional economic growth and industry localization. Further, it addresses the theories of economic development on a local scale by focusing on the phenomenon of industrial districts. The last part of the course analyses both the critical aspects of local economic development and its future challenges.

The course aims at providing students with the fundamental theoretical concepts of regional economics, regional economic growth and industry localization. Further, it addresses the theories of economic development on a local scale by focusing on the phenomenon of industrial districts. The last part of the course analyses both the critical aspects of local economic development and its future challenges.

The teaching material prepared by the lecturer in addition to recommended textbooks (such as for instance slides, lecture notes, exercises, bibliography) and communications from the lecturer specific to the course can be found inside the Moodle platform › blended.uniurb.it

Didactics

Attending students are encouraged to write short papers on thematic topics. Paper scores will concur to determine the final student grade. Lectures will be complemented by seminars and professionals’ and students’ presentations.

Course books

Roberta Capello - Economia Regionale - Il Mulino, last edition.

Assessment

Written exam