05260108 - International trade Relations

This course aims to examine the links between geopolitics, macroeconomic relations and international trade. From lectures to business cases and thematic presentations by groups followed by collective discussions, this course values students' involvement and oral participation.  

Estimation of private study (outside of contact hours): 15 hours.

DIMENSION OF SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Environmental, Social and Governance aspects of international trade, notably climate change, poverty and economic development


TARGETED KNOWLEDGE
Overview of geopolitical, technological, social and environmental aspects of trade.

TARGETED SKILLS
students should be able to analyze current and past economic and geopolitical trends and their impacts on international trade policies and decisions.

Lectures and short case studies:

• Intro to Geopolitics & Trade
• Trade & Development
• Trade Policy Instruments & Disputes
• Geopolitical approaches to supply chains

Thematic oral presentations and discussions:

• Blockchains, Cryptocurrencies & International Trade
• Impact of International Trade on Poverty
• Climate: Are the international investment and trade regimes compatible with climate change reforms?
• Supply chains: What geopolitical interests have governed supply chains? What are the current challenges and responses in face of crises?
• Asia & Pacific: Identify key geopolitical trends in the region and their impacts on trade
• Development: Describe geopolitical approaches to trade between developed and developing countries
• Public Finance & International Trade Relations
• Geopolitics of the Energy Sector

PRESCRIBED TEXTS AND PUBLICATIONS:
International Trade, Theory and Policy", by P. Krugman, M. Obstfeld and M. Melitz, Pearson series in economics

RECOMMENDED TEXTS AND PUBLICATIONS :
Indicative reading list available on the Moodle plaform.

Individual grade
Assessment type: Written
Length: 1h
Nature of the assessment: Detailed plan of an essay


Other grade(s)
In a group
Grading during class
Length: 30 minutes
Nature of assessment: oral presentation

Weight: 2/3: written & no-claim bonus for participation + 1/3: oral presentation

TEACHING METHODS
Lectures, case studies, oral presentations by group.

NATURE OF MATERIALS
Varied materials: course materials, videos, powerpoints, articles, case studies, are available on the moodle platform, which also allows exchanges with the lecturers and between students

TEACHING INNOVATIONS AND USE OF TECHNOLOGY
The moodle platform for the deposit of the supports and a forum for interactions. Videos explaining real cases. Wooclap for quiz and tests.

PRE-REQUISITES IN TERMS OF KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Basic knowledge in economics and international trade.

ADVISED PRIOR READING:
Specialized press in economics and geopolitics.