International Economics

Economics

Develop advanced understanding of international economic theories and apply them to analyse global trade patterns, labour and capital flows, and macroeconomic relationships.

NZ$968

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This course starts anytime

(15 Credits)


In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Lincoln University Campus, Lincoln

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Understand global trade patterns and models

Explain the patterns, causes, and consequences of global trade using various international economic models.

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Analyse international labour and capital movement

Examine and explain issues related to cross-border movement of labour and capital in the global economy.

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Examine trade-macroeconomy links

Investigate the association between international trade and macroeconomic indicators and trends.

What You're Signing Up For

This course explores theories of international economics and equips students to analyse major global socio-economic events, trends, policies, and debates. Students will learn to explain the patterns, causes, and consequences of global trade, analyse international labour and capital movements, examine macroeconomic linkages, and effectively communicate real-world economic analysis using both theoretical and data-driven approaches.

Course Content

  • Theories of international economics
  • Analysis of global trade patterns
  • International movement of labour and capital
  • Relationship between international trade and macroeconomy
  • Application of economic models to real-world scenarios
  • Communication of economic analysis

What you need to know first

A minimum of 15 credit points from any 200-level ECON (Economics) course

Pre-requisite: International Trade, ECON-212

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Economics

  • International Trade

  • Public Policy

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Economic analyst

  • Policy advisor

  • International trade consultant

  • Researcher