International Economics
Objectives
To provide the theoretical and empirical tools for the analysis of the contemporary international economy.
General characterization
Code
01101368
Credits
6.0
Responsible teacher
Ana Catarina Silva Dias Alvarez
Hours
Weekly - 4
Total - 168
Teaching language
Portuguese
Prerequisites
None.
Bibliography
Krugman, Paul, Obstfeld, Maurice and Melitz, Marc. International Economics. Theory and Policy. New Jersey: Prentice Hall, 2018 (11th edition).
Teaching method
Theoretical classes to present and discuss fundamental concepts and practical classes to deepen the methodology and analyze practical cases with greater student participation.
Evaluation method
- Mid-term exam: 25%
- End-term exam: 40%
- Maximum {mid-term exam, end-term exam}: 5%
- Group project: 30%
Subject matter
This course aims to provide the theoretical and empirical tools for the analysis of the contemporary international economy. We will address the basic theories of international trade, as well as the positive and normative aspects of trade policy.
Programs
Programs where the course is taught: