ECOP2612 - Economic Policy in Global Context

Winter Main, 2011  |  Credit Points: 6

Coordinator: Susan Schroeder
Phone: +61 2 9351 3666
Email: susan.schroeder@sydney.edu.au

Description

Some of the most contentious issues in political economy concern the role of the state in relation to contemporary economic problems. This unit of study examines particular economic policies, how they are shaped by competing theories, interests and ideologies, and how they operate in practice. Emphasis is placed on the Australian experience. Attention is also given to how economic policy is shaped by international economic conditions.

Assessments

1000wd essays (2x25%), 1x1.5hr exam (40%) and tutorial participation (10%)

Classes

2x1hr lectures/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week commencing week 2

Prerequisites

ECOP1001 and (ECOP1002 or ECOP1003 or ECOP1004)

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