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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2015 - 2016
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Description To develop an understanding of the structure, development, problems and potential of the Irish economy and the economic policies applied to these issues and with a particular reference to Ireland's membership of the EC. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. discuss and analyse topical issues in relation to the Irish economy, such as the evolution of the public finances or the demographic outlook for Ireland. 2. locate key sources of data, statistics and analysis on the Irish economy from official online sources such as the ESRI and CSO 3. critique contemporary analysis of Ireland's economic performance 4. identify key trends in Ireland's economic development, such as factors that contributed to growth 5. discuss Irish economic policy, demonstrating awareness of trends in economic policy from the past as well as an ability to articulate present and future alternatives | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities Economic Development OverviewHistorical background; Policy approaches since independence; Economic growth; Theory and analysis; Structure and performance of Ireland in the context of the European Union and the World Economy.Policy Objectives: Primary policy objectives; Secondary policy objectives; Conflicts and complements; Rationale for government intervention.Public Finances: level and structures of expenditure and taxation; Borrowing and national debt; Taxation policy: economic impact of expenditure and taxation.Demography and Employment: Level and trend in population; Components of change; Age Structure; Population forecasts Regional Patterns of population change; Emigration; Labour force and employment; Participation rates. EU comparisons.Fiscal, Monetary and Exchange Rate Policy: Small open economy; Demand management; Irish fiscal policy; Irish monetary policy; Exchange rate trends and determinants; Balance of payments; EMS; Central bank; Determinants of inflation.Industrial Policy: Sectoral and size pattern of manufacturing; Performance of the Irish economy in output, employment and exports; Direct foreign investment; Indigenous export performance; Industrial policy; Determinants of competitiveness; International services.Agricultural: Structure and performance; Impact of EC policies; Policy towards agriculture.Regional Development: Measurement of disparities; Range of disparities; EU and Irish regional policy.European Community: Consequences of membership; Impact of moves towards greater economic integration. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources 308, WEBSITES, IRISH GOVERNMENT, CSO, FORFAS,, 0, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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