国际经济学（英文版）第一章.ppt

OUTLINE 1.2 Importance of International Economics 1.1 Course Objectives To cover fundamental principles in international economics. Not to memorise theoretical models but to understand their intuition and application. To learn Economics in English. Don’t worry! Textbooks REQUIRED TEXTBOOK Salvatore, Dominick. International Economics, Eighth edition. Wiley. OTHER USEFUL TEXTBOOKS: Paul Krugman: International Economics: Theory and Policy，8th Edition, Addison Wesley，2008; Thomas A. Pugel: International Economics, 12th Edition, Irwin Professional Pub, 2004. Topics  The law of comparative advantage. Chapter 2 The standard theory of international trade. Chapter 3 Demand and supply, offer curve, and the terms of trade. Chapter 4 Factor endowments and the Heckscher-Ohlin theory. Chapter 5 Economies of scale, imperfect competition, and international trade. Chapter 6. Economic growth and international trade Chapter 7 Trade restrictions: tariffs. Chapter 8 Non-tariff trade barriers and the New Protectionism. Chapter 9. Economic integration: customs unions and free trade areas. Chapter 10. International trade and economic development. Chapter 11. International resource movements. Chapter 12. Assessment Class presentation + Quiz 30% Final exam 70% Total 100% 1.2 Importance of International Economics The economic interdependence among nations has been increasing, i.e., globalisation. This has meant that economic shocks (positive and negative) now have a greater impact in other countries. Some knowledge of international economics is necessary to understand what goes on in the world of today and to be informed consumers, citizens, and voters. On a more practical level, the study of international economics is required for numerous jobs in international banking, various government agencies, and international organizations.? - Case Study 1-1 The Dell PC is All but America