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Johns Hopkins University | AS.180.391

Economics of China

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(3.48)

Discussion of the economic experience of Post-War China, primarily emphasizing topics rather than historical narrative: agriculture, industry including corporate governance and public enterprises, international trade, population, migration, education, health, public finances among other topics. This course is writing intensive and the only assignment for the course is a 40 page paper on some aspect of the Chinese economy to be done under the close supervision of the instructor. The course is not primarily a lecture course, although there will be some lectures on how to do a paper and on the substance of the Chinese economic experience.

Spring 2014

(3.8)

Spring 2015

(3.17)

Spring 2014

Professor: Mark Gersovitz

(3.8)

The best aspects of this course included interesting material, hands-on assignments, and an interesting and engaging instructor. The lecture notes and handouts for the class were given at the start of the semester, making it easier to organize time effectively. The worst aspects of the course were the slow pace of the course, the harsh and sometimes incorrect grading on homework, and the lack of feedback regarding graded materials. Suggested improvements to the course were implementing better planning and organization of the material, keep terminology consistent from lecture to homework, and a quicker pace. Prospective students should have taken Intro to ECE, know that the workload is fairly light, and the class is recommended with some reservations. If you are not a fan of sarcastic humor you will not like this instructor.

Spring 2015

Professor: Mark Gersovitz

(3.17)

Students enjoyed the independent course structure and opportunities for one-on-one attention from the instructor. Students felt the workload was intense and the professor had a tendency to veer of topic. Suggestions for improvement included having smal er portions of the paper due throughout the semester, providing opportunities for peer editing, and scheduling more course meetings. Prospective students should be self-motivated and prepare for an independent study based course. The course grade is determined by one 40 page economics paper.