The Economics of Food Markets and Policy
Economics
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Lincoln University
Explore economic issues affecting global food markets and understand the consequences of economic and government policy decisions in this advanced economics course.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Lincoln University, Lincoln
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Understand the impact of economics on food markets
Articulate the role, function and impact of economics and economic policy in food markets.
Debate key food issues globally and in New Zealand
Debate key food issues in Aotearoa-New Zealand and elsewhere.
Apply economic reasoning and informed judgment
Apply critical economic reasoning to food issues through independent thought and informed judgment.
What You're Signing Up For
This course investigates significant economic issues impacting global food markets, focusing on the roles and effects of economic and government policy. It equips students with the ability to critically analyze food market outcomes and apply advanced economic reasoning and tools to policy debates, particularly in Aotearoa-New Zealand and beyond.
Course Content
- Role and impact of economics in food markets
- Government policy and market outcomes
- Critical economic reasoning regarding food issues
- Market and welfare analysis related to food policies
- Key food issues in New Zealand and international contexts
What you need to know first
Economies and Markets, ECON-113
A minimum of 60 credit points from any level 200 or level 300 course
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Economics
Public Policy
Food Industry
Government/Regulation
Future employment opportunities might be
Policy analyst in food/agricultural sectors
Economist in government or industry
Market analyst for food-related businesses
Consulting roles in economic and food policy
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