2023/2024
Development of the world economy: theory and practice
Type:
Mago-Lego
Delivered by:
Department of Demography
When:
1, 2 module
Open to:
students of all HSE University campuses
Language:
English
ECTS credits:
6
Contact hours:
40
Course Syllabus
Abstract
Development of the world economy: theory and practice
The course seeks to introduce students with the key historical and contemporary events that change the shape of the world economic landscape. On the basis of structured theoretical and applied grounds the course will develop a systematic understanding of the key areas of the world economy: trade, global finance, migration, international economic relations and other topics that affect the development of world markets. Additionally, issues to be analyzed include climate change, the Covid-19 pandemic, poverty, food security. Due to dynamic nature of international economy the course coverage is updated periodically to include current real world evidence as well as recent academic and empirical findings in the mentioned topics. Finally, students will gain practical skills to analyze and understand development of the world economy.