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April 2008: Professor Jeffrey Williamson (Harvard University) has presented the 52nd Joseph Fisher public lecture. His paper 'Globalisation and the
Great Divergence' discusses how volatile prices of primary commodities (agriculture and minerals) have affected the economic growth rates of
primary-exporting countries over the past three centuries, and the implications for the differences in living standards between countries rich in
natural resources and others.
Professor Williamson is an economic historian whose influence has spread to a broad range of economic fields, including international and
development economics.
His paper can be downloaded here (pdf 239kB); the accompanying
Powerpoint presentation is available here (ppt 625kB).
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Welcome to the School of Economics at the University of Adelaide, a member of the Australian 'Group of Eight' universities.
Our School has a strong reputation in teaching, and we offer courses across many fields. Our academic staff have world class reputations for their research in fields of applied economics and macroeconomics and microeconomic theory. Their research experience helps guide their teaching and the results of their work are presented and explained to students.
We are committed to providing a high quality experience to all our students. Our courses are based on face to face teaching, often in relatively small groups. The School provides not only professional course advice and other support for learning, but also works to provide students with opportunities for a stimulating social environment.
Economics is an international School. Many overseas students participate in Economics courses. Local students can also take advantage of options for studying abroad. The internationalisation of our classroom offers benefits all-round, and relationships established are now at the basis of life-long associations. Our curricula, too, keep up to date with international developments.
Our graduates have a strong track records of successful careers. Recent graduates are working in government departments, the business sector and in private research institutions.
The School also has an active alumni network in Australia and in economies in its region and we keep in contact with graduates throughout their careers.
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