Korean Studies, School of Modern Languages and Cultures HKU

This course offers a broad understanding of the basic characteristics of Korean economic development since the end of the Second World War. It focuses on the emergence of the large Korean corporations that were instrumental to driving the economic miracle. The course will enhance students’ knowledge about the past, present and future of Korea by focusing on post-war economic development as it interacted with cultural, social, and political influences. The evolution of the Korean economy will also be discussed in comparison with other East Asian economies.

Interdisciplinary Elective Course
KORE2029	Cultural history of economic development in Korea	6 credits

This course offers a broad understanding of the basic characteristics of Korean economic development since the end of the Second World War. It focuses on the emergence of the large Korean corporations that were instrumental to driving the economic miracle. The course will enhance students’ knowledge about the past, present and future of Korea by focusing on post-war economic development as it interacted with cultural, social, and political influences. The evolution of the Korean economy will also be discussed in comparison with other East Asian economies.

Prerequisite: KORE1021. Introduction to Korean culture and society
Assessment:100 % coursework
(Not on offer in 2017/2018)