Unit details
MPE711 - Global Trade and Markets
| Offered at: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 or trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Previously coded as: | MEE711 |
| Unit chair: | A Nicholas |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | MPE781 or MPT781 |
| Incompatible with: | Nil |
| Contact hours: | 1 x 3 hour seminar per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit will provide you with basic tools for analysing economic issues in the world today using an analytical framework, with an emphasis on the economics of international trade and the development of markets. This view emphasises the role of government and studies the interactions between political and private actors in relation to markets. Topics include the law of comparative advantage, economic growth and redistribution, privatisation and migration. As managers and students of business economics you will be equipped with a toolbox of concepts and ideas that will allow you to analyse and adapt to the ever changing environment of the global economy. The analytical approach, combined with the research essay assessment item will emphasise the ability to understand and apply theories, as well as recognise their limitations.
Assessment
Assignment 1 750 words 20%, Written Assignment 2 2000 words 40%, Examination 2 hours 40%, Hurdle requirement achieve at least 50% of the marks available on the examination.
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1260 | $1260 | $2875 | $3589 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
