ASIA6023 Japanese Economic Development Since World War 2
| Offered By | School of Culture, History and Language |
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| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Asian Studies |
| Offered in | Second Semester, 2011 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
The economy of Japan since World War II; the course is concerned with the political economy of Japan and focuses on post-World War 2 economic growth, the development of economic institutions and on economic policy issues. |
| Learning Outcomes |
Students will be able to analyse the operation and management of an economic system built on different social and institutional foundations. They will also understand the interaction between the Japanese economy and other economies, particularly the Australian.
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| Indicative Assessment |
Essay of 1,500 words (33%), Book Review Assignment of 1,500 words (33%) and final examination (34%) Best grade will receive 67% (second best 33%). Graduate students attend joint classes with undergraduates but may expect more rigorous assessment and additional assignment work, tailored to the graduate students’ interests. |
| Workload | Three contact hours per week throughout the semester. Reading and assignments may take a further 4 to 5 hours per week. |
| 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. |
| Areas of Interest | Non Language Asian Studies |
| Requisite Statement |
Permission of coordinator No formal economics training required. |
| Prescribed Texts |
Flath, David, The Japanese Economy, Oxford University Press |
| Programs | Master of Asia-Pacific Studies and Master of Asia-Pacific Studies |
| Other Information |
Delivery Mode: On Campus |
| Academic Contact | Professor Jenny Corbett |
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