Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On completion of this subject students will have extended their advanced knowledge of the breadth of economics beyond their area of specialisation; developed skills for consolidation and dissemination of research findings; developed oral and presentational skills required for effective presentations of research findings to peer audiences; refined debating skills in professional peer settings.
Synopsis This graduate seminar subject is compulsory for PhD candidates and Master of Economics candidates in the Department of Economics. It is a non-weighted subject and is taken in addition to any prescribed coursework. Students will be assessed on the basis of attendance, participation and presentation. PhD candidates are required to present two seminars, Master of Economics candidates are expected to present one seminar. Seminar presentations must be made prior to submission of a candidate's research paper or thesis.