Economics 424 - Effects of International Competition

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Macalester College

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This course provides an in-depth look at current issues in international trade. The course begins with a more rigorous examination of both classical and "new" trade theories. Then, we explore empirical tests of tradetheories, models of outsourcing and production fragmentation, and the literature relating trade and the environment. We also examine the debates over the effect of trade on wages, multilateral versus bilateral trade negotiations, and the relationship between trade and growth. Prerequisites: Economics 361, 371, and 381. This course will count towards the capstone. Alternate years; next offered Spring 2010. (4 credits)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.macalester.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 696-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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