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International Trade
ECON244 SP

This course analyzes theories of international trade and trade policy. Specific topics will include theories of comparative advantage, the Ricardian model, the Heckscher-Ohlin model and the imperfect competition model. Other topics include tariffs, trade policy, import substitution, industrial policy and the balance of trade. Current events concerned with international trade are also discussed.

MAJOR READINGS

Krugman and Obstfeld, INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Problem sets, research project, midterm and final examinations.

Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS ECON    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: (ECON111 AND ECON112) OR ECON105

Last Updated on MAR-24-2000


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