Econ 102-3: The World Economy

Spring 2010

Prof. Nicolas Schmitt

4) W 8:30-9:20 in RCB6125

Office hours: M 13:30-15:00 or by appointment

This course examines the main elements associated with globalization (the integration across borders of the markets in goods, services and factors of production) and with the ongoing economic and financial crisis. We first briefly review the history of globalization and then overview the forces that shape international trade, migrations, foreign direct investments and financial flows. We'll also look at the impact of these forces on growth, inequality and poverty, and consider the implications of globalization on economic policies..

Assessment: There will be one mid-term examination (multiple choices and short questions) worth 30% of the final mark to be held on March 8, 2010 and a final examination (held on April 28, 2010, 12:00-3:00pm) worth 45% of the final mark. If you final exam mark is higher than your mid-term examination mark, the weight of the final is 55% and that of the mid term is 20%. The balance (25%) will be based on a presentation in their tutorial group based on a particular chapter and on a three page write up summarizing the main theme of the text. Assignments of students to chapters in each tutorial will be made during the second week of classes, with presentations begining in mid-semester. Additional details will be provided in your tutorials.

**No Tutorials during the first week of classes**

All students are expected to read and undertand SFU's policy with regard to academic dishonesty (T 10.02 and T 10.03); see http://www.sfu.ca/policies/teaching/t10-02.htm and at http://www.sfu.ca/policies/teaching/t10-03.htm .