ECO3ITR
INTERNATIONAL TRADE
ECO3ITR
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, you will cover topics in international trade theory such as determinants and patterns of trade and international competitiveness. You will also explore selected topics in international trade policy, including distortions such as import tariffs and export subsidies, and Australia's relationship with Regional Trade Agreements and the World Trade Organisation.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJoanna Poyago-Theotoky
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites ECO1DSM or BUS1BUE or ECO1IMI
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
---|---|---|---|---|
Readings | International Economics: Theory & Policy, 9th Edition | Prescribed | Krugman, Paul R., Maurice Obstfeld, Marc Melitz | ADDISON WESLEY 2012 |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Apply economic concepts and reasoning to analyse international trade.
- Activities:
- Tutorial activities, Lectures
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
02. Explain, compare and evaluate mainstream theories of trade under different competitive conditions.
- Activities:
- Tutorial activities, Lectures
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
03. Manipulate international trade models using simple analytical tools to show how results are derived and how they depend on assumptions.
- Activities:
- Tutorial activities, Assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Quantitative Literacy)
04. Synthesise and communicate solutions to policy questions related to international trade and trade liberalisation.
- Activities:
- Tutorial activities, Assignment
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)
Subject options
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France, 2017, Week 02-13, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJoanna Poyago-Theotoky
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 02 - 13
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 02 to week 13 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
One 2000 word assignment | 40 | 01, 03, 04 | |
One two hour final exam | 50 | 02 | |
Class participation (500 Words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2017, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJoanna Poyago-Theotoky
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
One 2000 word assignment | 40 | 01, 03, 04 | |
One two hour final exam | 50 | 02 | |
Class participation (500 Words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2017, Summer 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJoanna Poyago-Theotoky
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 02 - 07
Two 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 02 to week 07 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 02 - 07
Two 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 02 to week 07 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
---|---|---|---|
One 2000 word assignment | 40 | 01, 03, 04 | |
One two hour final exam | 50 | 02 | |
Class participation (500 Words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |