JPS2190

Japanese Management and the Economy (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: To be advised

Offered:
Not offered in 2003.

Synopsis: This unit introduces students to the historical background of the Japanese economy, and examines the postwar development of the Japanese economy, various aspects of contemporary Japanese management, the Australa-Japan relationship and various theoretical perspectives on the relationship between the state and markets (including the issue of trade friction).

Assessment: Major essay (2000 words): 40% + Tutorial participation and presentation (1000 words): 20% + Final exam (1.5 hours): 40%

Contact Hours: 2 hours (1 lecture and 1 tutorial/seminar) per week

Prerequisites: First-year Japanese language, Japanese studies, economics or management related disciplines, or permission

Prohibitions: JPS3190