ECW3291

Multinational trade and investment ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Malaysia: Ms Wahida Yasmeen; Peninsula: Associate Professor Russell Smyth

Offered:
Malaysia Second semester 2005 (Day)
Malaysia Second semester 2005 (Day)

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; 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%

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: ECW1102