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                        1) Compares basic approaches and/or theories in political economy and critically evaluates each one
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                        2) Compares basic macroeconomic theories and/or approaches and critically evaluates each one
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                        3) Solves problems using complementary approaches from other related disciplines (political science, sociology, etc.)
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                        4) Develops necessary skills to establish micro-macro relationships in humanities and social sciences
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                        5) Analyzes basic economic indicators and makes interpretations
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                        6) Acquires theoretical knowledge by conducting literature review and derives empirically testable hypotheses
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                        7) Develops new approaches/theories to solve complex problems in political economy
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                        8) Can apply critical thinking and/or qualitative and quantitative techniques to new fields/problems
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                        9) Can design research and conduct the research within an appropriate time frame
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                        10) Can develop and present policy recommendations based on academic research
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                        11) Continues learning and can conduct advanced research independently
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