ECF3291

Multinational trade and investment

(BUS)

Dr Russell Smyth

6 points + 3 hours per week + First/second semester + Caulfield + Prerequisite: ECF1200 or ECF2200, or equivalent

Synopsis: Multinational corporations and their role in the international economy; theories of international trade and the characteristics of Australia's role in the international economy; theories of internationalisation of firms; forms of international business including multidomestics, multinationals, transnationals, licensing, franchising and management contracts; 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%