ECON 34775 - Political Economy of the European Union

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

Economics

Description:

This course concentrates on applying economic theory to analyse the costs and benefits of economic integration within the European Union. Obviously, these will be discussed with particular reference to the UK economy. This process of integration is a unique experience, and as such, is both interesting and challenging. The topics covered in this course fall into two themes. - Why and how these countries got together to create an economic union? The impact on the members and on the rest of the world will be examined. - How would business environment be affected by economic integration in the EU? Among the topics examined are common policies on agriculture, regional and social problems. Competition policy and the Euro, the European single currency, will also be examined. There are no formal pre-requisites but knowledge of Introductory Economics, especially on exchange rate determination and basic theories of trade, is assumed. Students without this prior background may take the course, but, obviously they have to work hard to follow it. In preparation for the course, students are strongly recommended to review some of the basic tools of analysis in International Economics via a typical first-year textbook. Business majors should note that this course may count towards the Business College's Sequence in International Business. For further advice, please consult your adviser.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nd.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 631-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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