Argentine Economic History

The course provides information about the economic processes developed in Argentina from the beginning of the 20th century until the 21st century. The agricultural model exporter, the adjustments that this model underwent over time, the national bank system and the monetary inconvertibility are analyzed. The influence of the two world wars on the Argentine economy is covered. The world crisis of 1930 and its economic and financial consequences. The role of the government and international organizations impacting the 60's and 70's, as well as the economic characteristics of the military administrations and the so-called "Process of national rebuilding". Each period is analyzed, until reaching the crisis of 2001. Finally, new economic measures are studied, those that led the way for exiting the Convertibility model and its macro and micro effects on the economy, as well as the related international market behavior.

The University of Belgrano utilizes a 45-minute contact hour whereas the United States higher education system utilizes a 50-minute contact hour. All University of Belgrano courses represent the 45 contact hour amount and an estimated US credit calculation based on the contact hours. Each University of Belgrano transcript will include the number of hours per week and the weeks in the semester, so US universities may calculate the appropriate number of US credits for students.