International Development: Issues and Challenges

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Damien Kingsbury (Deakin University, Australia) John McKay (Analysis International and Honorary Professor, School of Humanities and Social Science, Deakin University)

International Development

Issues and Challenges

Damien Kingsbury (Deakin University, Australia), John McKay (Analysis International and Honorary Professor, School of Humanities and Social Science, Deakin University), Janet Hunt (Australian National University) , Mark McGillivray

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Red Globe Press
05 August 2016

Development studies; Economics & Business; Development economics

This comprehensive and broad-ranging introductory textbook examines the key aspects of contemporary international development from both a practical and theoretical perspective. It addresses the fundamental question of what 'development' actually is and examines social, economic and environmental developments around the world. Written by experts with extensive field experience, this text introduces key issues in the development debate from how the developing world is changing global order to discussions on gender and development as well as security and development.

International Development is a critical and interdisciplinary introduction to the contested field of development that is the ideal companion for both undergraduate and postgraduate students studying modules in development on degrees in international politics, international relations and development studies. This title will also appeal to policy-makers working in areas of development and professionals working in the area.

By: Damien Kingsbury (Deakin University Australia), John McKay (Analysis International and Honorary Professor, School of Humanities and Social Science, Deakin University), Janet Hunt (Australian National University), Mark McGillivray, Matthew Clarke
Imprint: Red Globe Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 3rd ed. 2017
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 572g
ISBN: 9781137429407
ISBN 10: 1137429402
Pages: 408
Publication Date: 05 August 2016
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction 1. What is Development: Mark McGillivray 2. Reassessing Development Theory: John McKay 3. The Economics of Development: John McKay 4. The Developing World in a Changing Global Order: John McKay 5. Politics, Governance and Development: Damien Kingsbury 6. Aid and Development: Janet Hunt 7. Poverty Alleviation: Matthew Clarke 8. Community Development: Damien Kingsbury 9. Gender and Development: Janet Hunt 10. Environment and Development: Damien Kingsbury 11. Security and Development: John McKay.

Damien Kingsbury is a Professor of International Politics and holds a Personal Chair in the Humanities and Social Sciences at Deakin University, Australia. John McKay is a Partner with Analysis International in Melbourne and an Honorary Professor of the School of Humanities and Social Science at Deakin University, Australia. Janet Hunt is an Associate Professor at the Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research at the Australian National University, Australia. Mark McGillivray is Research Professor of International Development at the Alfred Deakin Research Institute, Deakin University, Australia. Matthew Clarke is Head of School, School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Deakin University, Australia.

Reviews for International Development: Issues and Challenges

Thoroughly revised and updated, the second edition of this highly regarded text introduces the theory, practice and study of development. It examines the key aspects of contemporary international development - from globalization and drivers of economic growth through to gender, security and the environment. The book builds on the authors' extensive practical experience to offer a systematic assessment of the field and identify characteristics of successful development. Arguing that there can be no development without poverty reduction and the involvement of all key stakeholders, the authors show why it is crucial not only to have the right policies but also to involve the right people. Failure to do so, they argue, leads on the one hand to aid fatigue, and on the other to distorted development, no development at all, or even negative development. The text has been extensively rewritten to incorporate new theoretical insights as well as recent key events and issues, including the impact of the global financial crisis, the rise of China and India, and the political ramifications of global warming.