GLOBAL POLITICAL ECONOMY (PO3051)

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Introduces the basic theories and practices of political economy through the lens of globalization. Discusses the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, the OECD and the former GATT as well as the WTO. Explores the complex trade relations between Asia, Europe, and the US, and the impact of financial crisis on world markets.

Code: 
PO3051
Name: 
GLOBAL POLITICAL ECONOMY
Discipline: 
PO (Politics)
Type: 
Regular
Level: 
Undergraduate
Credits: 
4
Can be taken twice for credit?: 
No
Pre-requisites: 
College Level=Junior OR PO1011CCR OR PO1012 OR PO1011GE110
Co-requisites: 
None

Learning Outcomes

  1. how politics and economics interact at the global and transnational level
  2. students will learn about the main theoretical approaches to global political economy
  3. the key issues, actors and structures in global production and development today
  4. the key issues, actors and structures in global trade and finance today
  5. to develop analytical arguments about continuity and change in global political economy, especially with regard to the evolution and impact of globalization
  6. to engage constructively in discussions about political economy by substantiating normative viewpoints with empirical evidence and analytical rigor

Offering(s)

Term Code Name
Spring 2025 PO3051A GLOBAL POLITICAL ECONOMY

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