ECON307: International Trade
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Explore a broad array of topics in this comprehensive course on international trade. Gain insights into theoretical models, empirical studies, and policy implications. Understand the economic intuition behind complex models and evaluate their relevance in real-world trading economies. Discover the impact of international trade on growth, income distribution, and development. Dive into units covering trade theory, policy, exchange rates, and macroeconomics. Enhance your understanding of international macroeconomic policy. Enroll now to expand your knowledge in this dynamic field.
This course will cover a broad array of relevant topics.
We will explore both theoretical models and empirical studies as we seek to determine a model that best fits “real world” data.
This course will frequently compare and contrast competing theories concerning the nature of international trade and the gains or losses thereof.
We will work to understand the economic intuition behind technically demanding models and define the assumptions behind various theories before evaluating how well those models fit actual trading economies.
We will also explore the relevance and policy implications of various theories/models, especially in terms of growth, income distribution, and development.
Unit 1: International Trade Theory
Unit 2: International Trade Policy
Unit 3: Exchange Rates and Open-Economy Macroeconomics
Unit 4: International Macroeconomic Policy
