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Academic calendar
The academic calendar shows the deadlines and scheduled events that are relevant to students, teaching and technical-administrative staff of the University. Public holidays and University closures are also indicated. The academic year normally begins on 1 October each year and ends on 30 September of the following year.
Course calendar
The Academic Calendar sets out the degree programme lecture and exam timetables, as well as the relevant university closure dates..
Period | From | To |
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primo semestre | Sep 28, 2015 | Jan 8, 2016 |
secondo semestre | Feb 18, 2016 | May 28, 2016 |
Secondo Semestre Magistrali | Feb 22, 2016 | Jun 1, 2016 |
Session | From | To |
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appelli sessione invernale | Jan 11, 2016 | Feb 13, 2016 |
appelli sessione estiva | Jun 6, 2016 | Jul 9, 2016 |
Appelli sessione autunnale | Aug 29, 2016 | Sep 16, 2016 |
Session | From | To |
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sessione autunnale | Dec 11, 2015 | Dec 18, 2015 |
sessione invernale | Apr 6, 2016 | Apr 8, 2016 |
sessione estiva | Sep 13, 2016 | Sep 14, 2016 |
Period | From | To |
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vacanze natalizie | Dec 23, 2015 | Jan 5, 2016 |
vacanze pasquali | Mar 25, 2016 | Mar 29, 2016 |
vacanze estive | Aug 8, 2016 | Aug 27, 2016 |
Exam calendar
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Study Plan
The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.
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TAF (Type of Educational Activity) All courses and activities are classified into different types of educational activities, indicated by a letter.
International Economics (2015/2016)
Teaching code
4S003745
Teacher
Coordinator
Credits
9
Language
English
Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)
SECS-P/01 - ECONOMICS
Period
primo semestre dal Sep 28, 2015 al Jan 8, 2016.
Learning outcomes
Aim of the course is to give students the knowledge of recent international trade theories based on technological progress and imperfect competition.
The course will also analyze the role of international economic institutions such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Trade Organization (WTO)
Recent dynamics of international trade will be discussed in seminars in which students shall presents short papers.
The course will be taught in English language
Program
Limits of neo-classical theory of international trade;
The Leontieff Paradox and empirical tests of the Heckscher-Ohlin theory;
Technical change and international trade: the neo-technological approach;
Imperfect competition and intra-industry trade;
The role of IMF and WTO in the world economy
Textbooks:
J. Borkakoti, International Trade, MacMillan, chapters: 6 (from 6.1 to 6.4) 8,10,11, 13,16,17,21,22,24,25,26;
The teacher will suggest additional readings during the course. The course shall use the e-learning platform.
Examination Methods
Written exam.
Short papers written by students shall contribuite to the final mark.
Type D and Type F activities
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