Fiscal Decentralization in Developing and Transition Economies
(July 15 - August 2, 2002)

Fiscal Decentralization in Developing and Transition Countries provides a detailed overview of the theoretical and applied dimensions of intergovernmental fiscal relations. The course will also include an intensive computer modeling component with particular emphasis on techniques for simulating the assignment of expenditure responsibilities, revenue sources and intergovernmental transfer schemes.

In addition, the course develops case studies of fiscal decentralization policies in a variety of developing and transition economies. A number of lectures further focuses on related fiscal policy issues, such as sharing responsibilities for education between different levels of government, revenue opportunities for subnational governments, and stimulating regional economic growth through tax incentives and subsidies. Topics considered include:

• Assigning responsibilities to regional and local governments,
• Revenue assignment and subnational tax policy,
• Intergovernmental fiscal transfers,
• Subnational borrowing,
• Regional economic development,
• Implementation concerns.
   
  Course Coordinator
   
  Dr. Jamie Boex
  Email: boex@gsu.edu