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NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

This module focuses on the basic concepts of international trade where the overarching interest is what determines the flow of goods, services and capital across countries. This module explores the factors that shape trade patterns from both a theoretical and empirical viewpoint. Concepts will be discussed intuitively, graphically and mathematically.

Learning Outcomes

1. Understand why countries trade, what countries trade and who gains from trade.
2. Explain how and why governments intervene in trade.
3. Demonstrate and contrast the economic effects of trade policy instruments such as tariffs, quotas and export subsidies.
4. Examine the determinants of foreign direct investment.
5. Understand the dynamics of international trade and the changing geopolitical environment in which policies exist.
6. Identify and critically appraise major recent developments in the world trading system.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture24No Description
Independent Study75No Description
Assignment Completion26No Description
Total Workload: 125

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

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment% Examination Weight%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

  • Feenstra and Taylor: 0, International Trade,
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