Economics (ECON) 401
Delivery mode:
Individualized study online with eText
Areas of study:
Arts or Social Science
Prerequisites:
ECON 247 or ECON 248 or an introductory course in economics.
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- Self-funded student: register by the 10th of the month, start on the 1st of the next.
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ECONÂ 401 is not available for challenge.
Faculty of Business
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At a very general level, economic globalization refers to the integration of world markets and production. What are the key driving forces behind globalization? Are globalizing markets limiting the power of governments and societies to freely choose their futures? How is globalization affecting economic inequality and poverty? Who are the winners and losers in the process? How does globalization affect the less-developed regions of the world? What is the role of multinational firms? What economic policies are appropriate for a country like Canada in the emerging, competitive global economy? What economic policies are appropriate for a developing country? These are some of the important issues we will examine in this course.
This course focuses on the economic aspects of globalization but recognizes that political, social, and cultural perspectives are also important. In ECON 401 , you will examine the theory, evidence, and policies related to globalization. As a result, you will develop a critical understanding of globalization issues.
- Unit 1: The Meaning of Globalization
- Unit 2: Trade and Globalization
- Unit 3: Foreign Direct Investment
- Unit 4: The Global Monetary System
- Unit 5: Issues and Challenges Surrounding Globalization
Your final mark in ECON 401 will be determined by your marks on three written assignments and a final examination. To receive credit for this course, you must achieve a minimum grade of 50 percent on the final examination and an overall grade of D (50 percent) for the entire course.
| Activity | Weight | Complete by |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment 1 | 15% of final grade | after Unit 2 |
| Assignment 2 | 15% of final grade | after Unit 5 |
| Assignment 3 | 20% of final grade | after Unit 5 |
| Final Examination | 50% of final grade | after Assignment 3 |
The final examination for this course must be requested in advance and written under the supervision of an AU-approved exam invigilator. Invigilators include either ProctorU or an approved in-person invigilation centre that can accommodate online exams. Students are responsible for payment of any invigilation fees. Information on exam request deadlines, invigilators, and other exam-related questions, can be found at the Exams and grades section of the Calendar.
To learn more about assignments and examinations, please refer to Athabasca University’s online Calendar .
Hill, C. W. L. (2023). International business: Competing in the global marketplace (14th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education (eText) (eText)
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ECON 401 Assignment 1, Version B. Assignment 1 consists of five questions. Each question is worth 20 marks. Assignment 1 constitutes 15 percent of your final grade. You should complete and submit this assignment after you have completed all the learning activities for Unit 2.
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ECON 401 Assignment 2, Version A 1. According to the free market view, what are the roles of MNCs (MNEs) and FDI in the world economy? The free market view, which refers to the international distribution, should be similar between countries of comparative advantage. If a country has goods and services they can produce, they need to consider ...