ECONS552-19A (HAM)

Global Trade Modelling

15 Points

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School of Accounting, Finance and Economics

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Anna Strutt

Anna Strutt
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Paper Description

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The paper will focus on computable general equilibrium (CGE) modelling, particularly of global trade issues. You will have the opportunity to use real-world data and a sophisticated international trade model in their assignments. No previous knowledge of CGE models is required to take this paper.

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Paper Structure

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This paper will be taught through interactive lectures, computer labs, readings, student presentations and discussions.

Materials to support this paper will be made available on Moodle.

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • 1. Understand the importance and limitations of general equilibrium analysis.
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  • 2. Undertake introductory analysis using the Global Trade Analysis Project (GTAP) model and GEMPACK (RunGTAP) software.
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  • 3. Analyse international trade policy issues using a global model.
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Assessment

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Assessment Components

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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. Assignment
1 Apr 2019
10:00 AM
25
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Group presentation
24 May 2019
9:00 AM
10
  • In Class: In Lecture
3. Report
27 May 2019
10:00 AM
15
4. Test
50
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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Required readings for each topic are provided in the Reading List for this paper (e reading list is accessible through Moodle.

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Other Resources

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A full outline of this paper and the associated policies is available on Moodle.
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Online Support

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Paper resources are available through Moodle.
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Workload

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For this paper, you might expect to spend around 150 hours in total during the semester.
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Linkages to Other Papers

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Prerequisite(s)

Prerequisite papers: ECON204, ECONS205 or equivalent, and at least 30 points at 300 level and above in Economics.

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Restriction(s)

Restricted papers: ECON517, ECON552

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