INTERNATIONAL TRADE
ECO2ITR
2019
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.
School: La Trobe Business School
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Joanna Poyago-Theotoky
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: ECO1DSM or BUS1BUE or ECO1IMI
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: ECO3ITR
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | International Economics: Theory & Policy, 10th Edition (Global) | Prescribed | Krugman, Paul R., Maurice Obstfeld, Marc Melitz | PEARSON, 2014 |
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)
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Julio Mancuso Tradenta
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 (2000 word equivalent) | 50 | 02 | |
| In class assignments (500 Words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Sydney, 2019, Study Period 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Joanna Poyago-Theotoky
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2000 word assignment | 40 | 01, 03, 04 | |
| One two hour final exam (2000 word equivalent) | 50 | 02 | |
| In class assignments (500 Words equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |