IDEC8010 Quantitative International Economics
| Offered By | International and Development Economics Program |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | International and Developmental Economics |
| Offered in | First Semester, 2009 and Autumn Session, 2010 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description | This course will acquaint the student with the quantitative techniques employed in international trade. This course is divided into two main components: the first covers the theory of international trade, focussing on the Heckscher-Ohlin-Samuelson model; while the second covers a series of lectures that introduces the student to a range of quantitative tools employed in international economics. Current issues such as those relating to international migration and the impact of international trade on the environment will also be discussed. |
| Learning Outcomes | On satisfying the requirements for this course, the student will have the knowledge and skills to analyze determinants of international trade, critique GATT, and evaluate the welfare effects of alternative trade policies. |
| Indicative Assessment |
Assessment for this course comprises of a mid-semester test worth 15 percent of the total course grade, a research essay worth 35 percent of the total course grade, and a final exam for the balance of the 50 percent of the total course grade. The research project will employ a quantitative technique covered in this course to analyze a trade policy issue selected by the student and approved by the course coordinator. |
| Workload | The weekly contact hours for this course comprises: a two-hour lecture; one-hour tutorial; and, an additional hour of computer lab session. Student are expected to spend an additional 4 hours per week on assigned readings and their research project. |
| Course Classification(s) | AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. and SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation. |
| Areas of Interest | Economics |
| Prescribed Texts | Feenstra, 2004. Advanced International Trade: Theory and Evidence, Princeton University Press |
| Indicative Reading List | A reading brick will be provided. |
| Technology Requirements | Student will need access to WebCT to access lecture materials for this course. Familiarity with an econometric package would be an advantage in completing the research project. |
| Programs | Master of Environmental and Resource Economics, Master of International Trade and Economic Relations, and Master of International and Development Economics |
| Other Information |
Delivery mode: On Campus |
| Academic Contact | Satish Chand |
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