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The Korean Economic Development
  • Level Foundation
  • المدة 8 ساعات hours
  • الطبع بواسطة Yonsei University
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You will review the evolution of the Korean economy decade by decade since Korea’s independence from Japan in 1945. Major policies of each decade will be explained and their effect on the Korean economy will be analyzed. Also, the backgrounds and limitations of important policies will be scrutinized. By doing so, you will be able to compare the Korea experience with the other developing countries’. 1. You will be able to explain how the miracle of the Korean economic development was made possible. 2. By examining internal and external conditions behind the decision making of major policies in Korea, you will be able to draw lessons that can be applicable to today’s developing countries. 3. You can explain how the Korean economy has interacted with the global economy in the past. 4. You can observe how economic theories and models can be applied to the Korean case.

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Welcome to Korean Economic Develoment

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  • Trailer

Introduction: Preview and Overall Evaluation

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  • Introduction I
  • Introduction II

Introduction Quize

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  • Introduction

Korean Economic Development: Education After the War

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  • Supplementary Video: Education After the War

From Independence to the War

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  • From Independence to the War

Import Substitution Policy of the 50s

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  • Import Substitution Policy of the 50s

Role of Economic Aid

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  • Supplementary Video: Foreign Aid
  • The Role of Foreign Aid

1940 and 1950s Quiz

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  • 1940 and 1950s Quiz

Export Promotion Policy of the 60s

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  • Export Promotion Policy of the 60s

Five Year Development Plan and Mobilization of Capital

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  • Supplementary Video: 1960s 5 Year Development Plan, West Germany and Light Industry
  • Supplementary Video: Saemaul Undong (New Community Movement)
  • Five Year Development Plan and Mobilization of Capital

1960s Quiz

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  • 1960s Quiz

Heavy and Chemical Industrialization (HCI) of the 70s

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  • Supplementary Video: 1970s Heavy and Chemical Industry
  • Heavy and Chemical Industrialization (HCI) of the 70s

Side-effects of HCI and Oil Shocks

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  • Supplementary Video: Oil Shock and Middle East Construction
  • Supplementary Video: 2nd Oil Shock and Recovery
  • Side-effects of HCI and Oil Shocks

1970s Quiz

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  • 1970s Quiz

Crisis Management & Structural Reform and Trade Liberalization of the 80s

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  • Crisis Management & Structural Reform and Trade Liberalization of the 80s

Three Lows & Economic Boom

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  • Supplementary Video: 3-Lows
  • Three-Lows & Economic Boom of the 1980s

1980s Quiz

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  • 1980s Quiz

High Cost, Low Efficient Economy

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  • The early 1990s

1990s Quiz

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  • 1990s Quiz

Outbreak of the Crisis

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  • Supplementary Video: OECD and IMF
  • 1997 Asian Financial Crisis I

Recovery: 4 Major Reforms

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  • 1997 Asian Financial Crisis II

Controversial Issues & Side-Effects

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  • 1997 Asian Financial Crisis III

1997 Asian Financial Crisis Quiz

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  • 1997 Asian Financial Crisis Quiz

Beginning and Recovery

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  • Supplementary Video: Automobile Industry
  • Supplementary Video: Semiconductor Industry
  • Supplementary Video: IT Industry
  • 2008 Global Financial Crisis & Beyond

Current Challenges

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  • 2008 Global Financial Crisis & Beyond

2008 Global Financial Crisis and Beyond Quiz

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  • 2008 Global Financial Crisis and Beyond Quiz

Current Issues (Food for Thought)

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  • Reviving South Korea’s Economy "Faltering flagship"

Final Peer Review

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  • Peer Review

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Explore the remarkable growth of the Korean economy since 1945 with "The Korean Economic Development" course on Coursera. Guided by expert instructors, delve into decade-by-decade analysis of major policies, their impacts, and limitations. This foundational course covers interactions with the global economy, and applications of economic theories, providing valuable insights for learners interested in business and management. At 480 minutes long, it's available via a Starter subscription, ideal for those keen on understanding economic development in a global context.

Doo Won Lee
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Doo Won Lee