ECW3291

Multinational trade and investment

(BUS)

6 points + Second semester + 3 hours per week + Prerequisite: ECW1010

Synopsis: Multinational corporations and their role in the international economy; theories of international trade and the characteristics of Australia0s role in the international economy; theories of internationalisation of firms; forms of international business; the impact on trade patterns of foreign direct investment; locational choice for multinational corporations; regional trade groups and their impact on trade and investment; the institutional environment of international business including the World Bank and World Trade Organisation.

Assessment: Minor essay (1000 words): 10% + Major essay (2000 words): 20% + Tutorial presentation and contribution: 10% + Examination (2 hours): 60%