International Macroeconomics
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| ECON4004 | Economics | 4 | 15 | Spring UK |
- Code
- ECON4004
- School
- Economics
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 15
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
International linkages in economics as a result of exchange rate movements, capital movements and spillovers. Factors which determine the level of the exchange rate and trade effects. International effects of monetary and fiscal policies.
Target Students
Available for PGT and PGR students on Economics degree programmes.
Classes
This module is delivered through a series of lectures.
Assessment
- 30% Coursework: Group Essay
- 70% Exam (2-hour): Exam
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
The aim of this module is to:Investigate how innovations of such papers change the Obstfeld and Rogoff (1995, 1996) results on effects of monetary policy shocks.Study issues related to international effects of fiscal policy shocks.Learning Outcomes
A Knowledge and Understanding. Students should demonstrate:
A3 An understanding of advanced quantitative methods
A4 An advanced knowledge of specialisms in economics, including the current state of research in that field
A5 An understanding of institutions, policies and the broader context in which specific economic analysis is applied
B Intellectual Skills. Students should be able to:
B3 Apply economic theory to economic institutions and policies
D Transferable (key) skills. Students should be able to:
D3 Undertake independent study of an economic subject