Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

Students will deepen their knowledge of Australia's traditional and emerging trading partners through lectures and contact with business people who have successful records in this field; case studies of particular countries covering economic, legal and financial aspects, will be undertaken in depth; successful Australian exporters will be examined; practical visits to operating entities to bring the topic to life.

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

• understand Australia's traditional and emerging trading partners
• understand the process of international trade, the parties involved and their functions
• be able to argue a point of view in a structured setting and to question and participate in a team environment
• develop a professional attitude whilst interfacing with industry practitioners
• acquire knowledge of the application of the case study method of study.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 40%
Examination (2 hours): 60%

Chief examiner(s)

Jaai Parasnis

Contact hours

3 hours per week

Prerequisites

ECW2721

Prohibitions

ECF3301