Class International Economics

International Economics aims to provide students with a set of tools and concepts that allow them to look at the role of international trade in the economy in a more technical and detailed way.

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1. Introduction 1.1. International Economics and Economics 1.2. Evolution of the World Economy 2. External Trade Indicators 2.1. Balance of payments 2.2. External Trade Indicators 3. Foreign Exchange Market 3.1. Foreign Exchange Market, Exchange Rates and Exchange Regimes 3.2. Equilibrium in the Foreign Exchange Market 3.3. Real Exchange Rate 4. International Trade Theories 4.1. Classical Theory of International Trade 4.2. Neoclassical Theory of International Trade 4.3. New Theories of the Determinants of Trade 5. Foreign Trade Policy 5.1. Foreign Trade Policy 5.2. Foreign Trade Policy in Developing Countries 5.3. Arguments for Free Trade and Protectionism 5.4. Economic Integration

Traditional learning Inquiry-based learning Problem-Based Learning Case study-based learning The assessment will consist of two components: two individual tests and a group work. This group work will enable students to enhance their problem-based learning.

Krugman, Paul (2018), International Economics: Theory and Policy, 11th edition, Pearson Education Limited, U. K. ISBN13 9781292214870 Krugman, P. e Obstfeld, M. - Economia Internacional: Teoria e Política. São Paulo, Pearson Addison Wesley., 2005