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Economics For Everyday Life: Opportunity Cost And Marginal Benefit, Christian Palencia

English Language Institute

Economics is a social science that may feel unreal or even useless for many people. Its concepts and definitions can be abstracts, complex and unpragmatic. However, the comprehend of some ideas of this science can be the key for a success decision making process for normal people’s life.

Contrary to popular belief, the economy is not about money, it is focused on studying the problem of shortage. Resources such as time and money are scarce, consequently, understanding the basic of economics is fundamental for everyone not only for economists. The opportunity cost and marginal benefit are an examples of two …

Analysis Of The Failure Of Ivorian Startups In Cote D'Ivoire, Kleyban Sanogo

English Language Institute

After the post-election crisis of 2011, Cote d'Ivoire has experienced increased economic growth. However, this growth does not benefit local businesses, especially startups. Athough the phenomenon is very trendy, the many startups that are created are struggling to succeed. the founders' motivations are not always good, their knowledge and skills need to be reviewed and the environment is not favorable to them.

How Can Mongolia Avoid The Resource Curse?, Batbayar Baatarkhuu

English Language Institute

The resource curse paradox, i.e., that resource rich countries tend to have weaker economies than no-resource countries, causes challenges for low and middle-income countries, including Mongolia (Moran, 2013). To avoid the resource curse, Mongolia should undertake three policy measures: diversifying its economy, establishing a sovereign wealth fund and imposing import restrictions.

Regional Development Agencies In Turkey, Baris Alan

English Language Institute

This research examines to what extend (Neoliberal institutional structure of) the regional development agencies were successful in decreasing the regional development disparities between the regions of Turkey

Innovative Solution For Energy Supply In Rural Communities In Africa, Shilda Cardoso

English Language Institute

This research is a proposition of an innovative solution for energy supply in rural locations across Africa to stimulate social and economic growth. In the continuing unsolved problems in energy supply for rural communities across Africa, an Innovative solutions like solar energy can help change this status quo, and improve the lives of many people throughout the continent.