Trade Policy and Politics

Subject 166-546 (2008)

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Credit Points:	12.500
Level:	Graduate/Postgraduate
Dates & Locations:	This subject is not offered in 2008.
Time Commitment:	Contact Hours: A 2-hour seminar per week Total Time Commitment: *
Prerequisites:	Admission to the MPPM or MIP, or permission of the subject coordinator
Corequisites:	*
Recommended Background Knowledge:	*
Non Allowed Subjects:	*
Core Participation Requirements:	*

 CoordinatorAssoc Prof Ann Capling 

Subject Overview:	This subject examines the politics and governance of international trade. It explores the domestic and international dimensions of trade policy-making and the growing complexity of the 'trade agenda' in national and international politics. It examines the evolution of the multilateral trade system since World War Two and the contemporary challenges that confront the World Trade Organization, with special attention to the concerns of civil society organisations and developing countries. The subject examines some of the perennial problems in the trade system, as well as new issues and concerns, such as trade and the environment, labour rights, intellectual property, and investor-state disputes. Finally, the subject explores the emergence of regional trade blocs and 'free trade agreements' and their consequences for the multilateral trade system.
Assessment:	A 3000-word essay worth 60% (due at the end of semester) and a 2000 word integration paper worth 40% (due in early October).
Prescribed Texts:	Prescribed Texts:To be advised
Breadth Options:	This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information:	Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:	apply research skills and critical methods, develop persuasive arguments, communicate oral and written arguments and ideas effectively.
Related Course(s):	Master of International Politics Master of Public Policy and Management (Coursework)