Monash University Handbook 2011 Postgraduate - Unit

ECX5000 - Reading subject

6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Level	Postgraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Business and Economics
Offered	Caulfield First semester 2011 (Day) Caulfield Second semester 2011 (Day) Clayton First semester 2011 (Day) Clayton Second semester 2011 (Day)
Coordinator(s)	Professor Russell Smyth

Synopsis

Study in a special field of economics in which no formal subject is available. The supervisor will prescribe a list of references, consult frequently with the student and set whatever written work and examination is deemed appropriate. Students interested in a reading unit of this type should first consult the head of the department.

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:
1. be in a position to begin active research towards a master's degree or PhD by research.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 50%
Examination (3 hours): 50%

Chief examiner(s)

He-Ling Shi

Contact hours

3 hours per week