ATS2321 · Political economy

Overview

In this unit you will examine key concepts, theories and debates within the field of Political Economy. You will learn about contending approaches to political economy in an increasingly interconnected global economy. You will explore major developments in 20th and 21st-century political economy, such as the political and social consequences of economic globalisation and the growing integration of markets and financial systems. Topics include: trade, investment, financial systems, development, globalisation, inequality, multinational corporations, and the distribution of wealth and power among countries.

Areas of study: International relations

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. examine and assess the intersections between politics and the economy;
2. apply political economy concepts to understand global trade, investment and monetary arrangements;
3. compare and evaluate the structure and operation of important global economic organisations and institutions;
4. research and analyse relevant political economy case studies;
5. communicate and defend arguments in written formats (in relation to assessment) and oral formats (in relation to class activities).

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.