Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2020 - ECON 899 G100

MA Research Paper (4)

Class Number: 1899

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 11 – Aug 10, 2020: Fri, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    ECON 802, 807 (or 808), 835, and 836 (or 837).

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

The student will write an original research paper in their field of interest. The paper can be empirical or theoretical, in any field of economics, but it should make an original contribution to knowledge.

COURSE DETAILS:

Description:  The objective of the course is to learn how to produce research in economics. To this end, students will write an original research paper in their area of interest. The paper can be empirical or theoretical, in any field of economics, and suited for any audience (academia, government, or industry). However, at the very minimum, it should make an original contribution to knowledge.  

The class will be run as a series of meetings with the instructor and assigned peer groups. Students will meet one-on-one with the course instructor who will help them develop their research idea and provide supervision. The cohort of students will also be divided into five groups, each with four or five members who should aim to assess one another’s research and writing in an informal setting. The idea is that after written assignments are due, you will meet with me individually, revise your work accordingly, and then circulate your work within your group for comments and suggestions.

Grading

  • Participation in peer groups 10%
  • First writing assignment 5%
  • Second writing assignment 10%
  • Third writing assignment 10%
  • Fourth writing assignment 15%
  • Final paper 50%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

None.

Graduate Studies Notes:

Important dates and deadlines for graduate students are found here: http://www.sfu.ca/dean-gradstudies/current/important_dates/guidelines.html. The deadline to drop a course with a 100% refund is the end of week 2. The deadline to drop with no notation on your transcript is the end of week 3.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2020

Please note that all teaching at SFU in summer term 2020 will be conducted through remote methods. Enrollment in this course acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as soon as possible to ensure that they are eligible and that approved accommodations and services are implemented in a timely fashion.