ECONS524-23A (HAM)

Topics in Economic Policy Analysis

15 Points

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Division of Management
School of Accounting, Finance and Economics

Staff

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Convenor(s)

Anna Strutt

Anna Strutt
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MSB.2.14
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anna.strutt@waikato.ac.nz

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: denise.martin@waikato.ac.nz

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: yilan.chen@waikato.ac.nz

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What this paper is about

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This paper covers selected topics in economic policy analysis. This year we will focus primarily on topics in the area of law and economics.
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How this paper will be taught

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This paper will be taught through readings, interactive lectures, online materials, student presentations and discussions. Some classes will be pre-recorded; others will be synchronous (in-person or online) and participation in these sessions will contribute to your grade. Full details will be provided via Moodle.
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Required Readings

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There is no required text for this paper. Required readings for each topic are provided in the Waikato Reading List for this paper (accessible through Moodle).

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • Apply a range of economic concepts and tools to issues in policy analysis
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  • Discuss and critically evaluate recent research and developments in policy analysis
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Seminar
20
  • Presentation: In Class
2. Contributions to class discussions
15
  • In Class: In Lecture
3. Report
26 Apr 2023
10:00 AM
25
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
4. Test
12 Jun 2023
9:00 AM
40
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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