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International Economic Issues and Challenges
SHE level
1
SCQF credit points
20.0
ECTS credit points
10.0
Module code
M1L124359
Module Leader
Emily Thomson
School
Glasgow School for Business and Society
Subject
Economics
Trimester
A (September start)
Summary of content
This module will enable students to identify and analyse the main economic issues affecting the world today. The module will provide a framework of analysis for international economic issues including: allocation of resources the identification of the main drivers of economic growth, understanding of economic systems sustainability and environmental challenges measuring comparative economic performance international trade regional integration theory and policy of managing the economy. The module supports the PRME objects by providing a framework for students to undertake critical analysis of how sustainable economic and societal value is created and managed, and reflect on their own role in the global economy.