South Korea's Economic Development Journey
South Korea's path from postwar recovery to global leader: examining economic policy, sustainable growth & social progress since 1950s
South Korea's path from postwar recovery to global leader: examining economic policy, sustainable growth & social progress since 1950s
This comprehensive course examines South Korea's extraordinary economic transformation in the post-World War II era. Led by Korean experts and featuring Prof. Jeffrey D. Sachs, the curriculum explores how South Korea evolved into a global innovation and technology hub within three decades. Students learn about crucial aspects including economic reforms, the Saemaul Movement, healthcare policies, education initiatives, gender empowerment, and infrastructure development. The course analyzes South Korea's approach to sustainable development goals (SDGs) and human development indicators, providing valuable insights for other nations seeking similar economic growth through structured reforms and policy measures. Developed by the KDI School of Public Policy and Management in partnership with the SDG Academy, this course offers practical lessons in national development and policy implementation.
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What you'll learn
Understand South Korea's rapid economic growth post-Korean War
Analyze the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in Korea
Examine successful policies in education, health, and gender reform
Study the impact of the Saemaul Movement on rural development
Evaluate Korea's transformation into an IT-based economy
Understand the role of infrastructure in economic development
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There are 11 modules in this course
This course provides an in-depth analysis of South Korea's remarkable economic transformation from the 1960s to the present day. It examines key factors including economic reforms, rural development through the Saemaul Movement, universal healthcare implementation, education policies, gender empowerment, and infrastructure development. The curriculum covers South Korea's journey from a war-torn nation to a global technology and innovation leader, highlighting crucial policy decisions and their implementation. Special attention is given to sustainable development practices, human capital development, and lessons that can be applied to other developing nations.
Introduction
Module 1
The Korean Economic Miracle: Its Secrets & Lessons
Module 2
Achievements of the Korean Rural Saemaul Movement
Module 3
Health Policy and Universal Health Coverage
Module 4
The Role of Women in Korean Development
Module 6
Trade, Industry, and Competition
Module 7
Building an IT Economy: The Korean Experience
Module 8
Environment and Global Considerations
Module 9
Transport Infrastructure and Economic Development
Module 10
Politics of Making Development Sustainable in South Korea
Module 11
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Sustainable Development and Economic Policy Pioneer
Jeffrey D. Sachs stands as one of the world's most influential economists and sustainable development experts, currently serving as University Professor at Columbia University and Director of the Center for Sustainable Development. His academic journey began at Harvard University, where he earned his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees, and later served as the Galen L. Stone Professor of International Trade for over twenty years. Throughout his career, Sachs has shaped global policy as Special Advisor to three UN Secretaries-General, advising on both the Millennium Development Goals and Sustainable Development Goals. His expertise spans economic development, global macroeconomics, and poverty alleviation, having worked in more than 125 countries. As Director of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network and President of SDG USA, he continues to drive sustainable development initiatives worldwide. His influential works include bestsellers such as "The End of Poverty," "Common Wealth: Economics for a Crowded Planet," and "The Age of Sustainable Development." His achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including the 2015 Blue Planet Prize and the 2022 Tang Prize in Sustainable Development, while Time Magazine has twice named him among the world's 100 most influential leaders. Beyond his academic work, he serves as a Commissioner of the ITU/UNESCO Broadband Commission for Development and maintains active engagement with the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and Social Sciences on sustainable development issues.
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A Distinguished Expert in International Relations and Development Politics
Prof. Dr. Byoung-Joo Kim has established himself as a multifaceted expert bridging academia, diplomacy, and consulting, currently serving as a Visiting Professor at the KDI School of Public Policy and Management. His academic foundation includes a PhD in Political Science from MIT and a BA with Honors in Economics, Political Science and International Relations from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His career spans significant roles including Policy Counsellor and Special Assistant to two Korean Trade Ministers, and registered foreign trade lobbyist in Washington, D.C., where he began his career as a consultant researcher at the World Bank specializing in East Asian development. Since 2003, he has led Kim, Lee & Partners (KL&P), advising international corporations and government organizations on political-economic and policy-regulatory affairs. His academic contributions include nearly two decades of teaching at leading Korean institutions, including Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, where he focuses on the politics of development, democracy, participation, and institution building in the global context. At KDI School, he brings his extensive practical and theoretical expertise to courses in international relations and political science, contributing to the institution's reputation as a premier policy education center.
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