ECC6690

Research topics in the open economy

Lecturer to be advised

6 points · Two 1.5-hour seminars per week · Second semester · Clayton · Prerequisite: ECC5690

Objectives On completion of this subject students will possess first-hand knowledge of the contemporary research agenda in the economics of the open economy; be conversant with the evolving research literature that is represented in working papers and formal publications of leading researchers at home and abroad; possess the qualifications to undertake technically advanced research assignments that are of contemporary analytical and policy relevance; will have gained practical experience in, and understanding of PhD level research work.

Synopsis This subject provides a research forum for the exploration of new directions in research and advanced specialist topics in open economy analysis. Students will be introduced to the forefront of contemporary analytical developments that are relevant for policy formation. The scope of the subject encompasses the pure theory of international trade, open economy macroeconomics and international finance, and development economics.

Assessment Written (8000-word research paper): 100%

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