The World Economy
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BUSFF011 | Business and Management (Foundation) | 0 | 10 | Spring Malaysia |
- Code
- BUSFF011
- School
- Business and Management (Foundation)
- Level
- 0
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Spring Malaysia
Summary
This module is an introduction to the history and development of the international economy, with particular emphasis on the major economies of the world which experienced different development patterns. In addition, several themes in international economic development are discussed: world trade, protection and liberalisation, less developed economies and the developed world.
Target Students
Students enrolled in the Foundation in Business and Management and Foundation in Arts and Education
Classes
- One 2-hour lecture each week for 12 weeks
Assessment
- 60% 1500 word essay: 1500 word essay x 60%
- 40% Final Exam (1-hour-30-minute): 1 x 90 minute examination (40%)
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to:•introduce students to major issues in contemporary and international history from the perspective of economics.•encourage students to explore the themes of international economic development and its effect on the contemporary world.•provide students with an opportunity to study the challenges facing less developed economies and the developed world.•facilitate the development of awareness of the language and methodology associated with the study of economic developmentLearning Outcomes
-Apply economics reasoning to different topics
-Work with abstract concepts and in a content of generality.
-Justify conclusions using economic arguments with appropriate rigour
Conveners
- Dr Wing Leong Teo
Last updated 09/01/2025.