Economia Internazionale vol I e II Krugman Obstfeld e Melitz
ed Pearsson ultima edizione
Learning Objectives
Understanding of the main theories that explain trade flows and production location. Understanding of the main theories aimed at explaining exchange rate determination, the functioning of economic policies in an open economy and currency crises.
Prerequisites
Macroeconomics and Microeconomics
Teaching Methods
Frontal lectures
Further information
Student must sign in moodle where they will find slides amd optional readings.
Type of Assessment
The final exam aims to verify the acquisition of learning outcomes. The test is written and consists of three questions. One question consists of numerical exercise whose purpose is to verify the comprehension and the ability to apply the notions acquired in the study of international trade. The other questions are aimed at verifying knowledge in the macroeconomic field and require the acquisition of specific skills in the use of graphs. Each question is assigned a maximum score between 0 and 10 points. The exam is passed with a minimum of 18 points.
Course program
international economics program
I Module
Ricardo’s Model; Hecksher-Ohlin’s model; intraindusrial trade; dumping outsourcing; Trade policies; WTO
II Module
Exchange Rate determination theories in the short and in the long run; Monetary and fiscal policies in flexible and fix exchange rate systems.