Paper Details for 2012 ECON100-12A (HAM), 12A (NET), 12A (SEC), 12B (HAM) Business Economics and the New Zealand Economy (Points:15)An introduction to the analysis of market environments and the New Zealand economy from a business and policy perspective. This paper aims to introduce students to the essential aspects of the micro- and macroeconomic environment within which individuals and businesses operate. It will provide an introduction to the key characteristics of different types of economic environments from both a business and policy perspective, the ways in which market types can be analysed, and the central issues of business strategy that are relevant in markets and in the New Zealand economy. For Semester 12A (HAM) and 12A (NET) and 12A (SEC)| Convenors: | Dr | Michael Cameron | | Dr | Steven Lim |
| For Semester 12B (HAM)| Convenors: | Dr | Michael Cameron | | Dr | Steve Tucker |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Note: The JT Ward Prize in Economics is awarded to the top student of the year in this paper. The (NET) offering of this paper is only available to students not resident in Hamilton.
ECON110-12B (HAM), 12B (NET), 12B (SEC) Economics and Society (Points:15)An introduction to the analysis of social issues from an economics perspective. This paper introduces students to key economic models and techniques of social and economic policy analysis, and to develop critical thinking skills in economics. A range of social policy topics are considered including intellectual property, information and media, the environment and natural resources, trade and globalisation, education, and health. These topics are explored using relevant theory and developed with the aid of numerous case studies. | Convenor: | Dr Michael Cameron |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Note: The (NET) offering of this paper is only available to students not resident in Hamilton.
ECON200-12A (HAM), 12A (TGA), 12B (HAM), 12B (TGA), 12B (WIT), 12T (HAM) Macroeconomics and the Global Economy (Points:20)An analysis of the overall performance of the national economy, the role of macroeconomic policy, and the interactions with the global economy. This paper helps students develop an understanding of the interrelationships between macroeconomic variables: the determinants of long-term growth, short-term economic fluctuations and unemployment; how monetary policy affects interest rates, prices and inflation; and the interactions with other nations via trade balance, net foreign investment and exchange rate effects. For Semester 12A (HAM) and 12A (TGA) and 12B (HAM) and 12B (TGA)| Convenor: | Dr Gazi Hassan |
| Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 | For Semester 12B (WIT)| Convenor: | Prof Les Oxley |
| Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 | For Semester 12T (HAM)| Convenor: | Not available at time of printing |
| Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 | | | |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110 or a merit endorsement at Level 3 in NCEA Economics, and the permission of the Undergraduate Convenor of Department.Note: The Bill & Joan Flower Trust Prize in Global Economics is awarded to the top student of the year in this paper.
For this paper, (TGA) (TAI) (WIT) offerings, are only available for students studying at the relevant polytechnic or institute of technology.
ECON202-12A (HAM) Microeconomics and Business Economics (Points:20)This paper develops the ability of students to use microeconomics to analyse economic problems of relevance to businesses and to public sector decision makers. Students learn to use basic graphical and mathematical tools to analyse the behaviour of firms, households and other organisations in competitive markets, and under monopoly or oligopoly. This approach has a wide range of applications; for example; pricing, forecasting demand, the welfare effects of economic change, the impact of taxes and subsidies, savings and investment decisions and decisions involving risk and imperfect information. The paper also covers applications to public policy at different levels of government. | Convenor: | Prof Riccardo Scarpa |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110 or a merit endorsement at Level 3 in NCEA Economics, and the permission of the Undergraduate Convenor of Department.
Restrictions: ECON302Note: The Foundation Professor's Prize in Economics is awarded to the top student of the year in this paper.
ECON204-12B (HAM), 12B (TGA), 12S (HAM) Quantitative Methods for Economics and Finance (Points:20)This paper provides students with a knowledge of quantitative techniques with particular reference to their use and application in economics and finance. The main focus is on regression analysis, optimisation and dynamic analysis. Emphasis is on applications. Computer based workshops are held weekly as an aid to understanding and to apply the theoretical techniques introduced in lectures. Students are expected to know basic mathematical techniques. Excel will be used. This course is strongly recommended for students majoring in Finance. For Semester 12B (HAM) and 12B (TGA)| Convenor: | Prof John Gibson |
| Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 | For Semester 12S (HAM)| Convenor: | Mrs Bridget Daldy |
| Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 | | |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110, and STAT160 or 16 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Mathematics with Calculus or Statistics and Modelling, or equivalent
Restrictions: STAT221Note: For this paper (TGA) offering is only available for students studying at the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic.
The Frankton Te Rapa Jaycees Prize in Economics is awarded to the top student of the year in this paper.
ECON217-12A (HAM) Economics, Law and Policy (Points:20)This paper introduces students to the application of economic reasoning and techniques in the study of policy issues in law. The economic analysis of law involves the application of economic reasoning and techniques to policy issues in various legal areas including property law, contracts, tort law, and criminal law. The paper will analyse legal rules and policies in terms of their costs and benefits and their effects on individual behaviour. | Convenor: | Dr Dan Marsh |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON317ECON236-12B (HAM) Comparative Economics in Global Perspective (Points:20)An introduction to essential issues in the global economic environment. This paper takes a broad approach in comparing economic systems and combines economic theory, real life examples and topical case studies to analyse economic policy issues. | Convenor: | Dr Sayeeda Bano |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON336ECON301-12B (HAM) Monetary and Macroeconomics (Points:20)This paper enables students to appreciate the main long and short run macroeconomic models for both open and closed economies. | Convenor: | Prof Mark Holmes |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON200
Restrictions: ECON401 and ECON541ECON304-12A (HAM) Econometrics (Points:20)This paper provides the basic econometric skills essential for students pursuing careers as professional economists and careers in the financial sector. The more common statistical methods of estimation used in quantitative economics. Practical applications are emphasised. The computer package used in this paper is R. Computer skills are not required. A knowledge of the material covered in ECON204 is assumed, although the important relevant material is reviewed. | Convenor: | Prof Riccardo Scarpa |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON204 or B or better in STAT160 or equivalent, and at least 30 points in Economics
Restrictions: ECON404 and ECON543ECON306-12A (HAM) International Trade and Finance (Points:20)This paper provides a basic understanding of theories relating to international trade, foreign exchange markets and balance of policy issues. Theories of comparative advantage, distribution of income and gains from trade, new theories of international trade, the theory of trade policy, developments in the international trading system and New Zealand trade policy, the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and future implications on the development of world trade, monitoring aspects of international economic relations, the balance of payments adjustment mechanisms and foreign exchange markets. | Convenor: | Dr Sayeeda Bano |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON406Note: The Brendan Thompson Prize is awarded to the top student of the year in this paper or ECON406 International Trade and Finance.
ECON308-12B (HAM) Managerial Economics and Strategy (Points:20)This paper explores the application of microeconomic theory and methodology to the problems faced by decision makers in the private and public sectors. Managerial economics helps managers and business analysts allocate scarce resources efficiently, and plan effective business strategies. Topics include a review of decision-making under uncertainty, estimation of market demand and demand forecasting using regression techniques, pricing strategy, advertising and promotional decision-making and competitive strategy, a review of game theory, and game theory applications to business strategic decision-making. | Convenor: | Dr Michael Cameron |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON100, and either ECON204 or B or better in STAT160 or equivalent
Restrictions: ECON408ECON309-12A (HAM) New Economics of Business (Points:20)This paper emphasises practical techniques in the economics of business strategy. Students will be exposed to real world experiences in undertaking business activities, with the aim of preparing them to analyse investment opportunities, evaluate business propositions and eventually start up their own businesses. The paper will include a wide variety of learning activities, including lectures, field research, guest presentations and case studies. Students will participate in planning to set up an e-business. | Convenor: | Dr Steven Lim |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON100
Restrictions: ECON314, ECON318, ECON409, ECON414 and ECON418FINA311-12A (HAM), 12A (TGA), 12T (HAM) Corporate Finance (Points:20)A first paper in the principles and practice of corporate finance. Building upon the concepts of net present value and time value of money, the paper examines the corporate capital budgeting, capital structure and dividend policy. For Semester 12A (HAM) and 12A (TGA)| Convenor: | Dr Krishna Reddy |
| Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 | For Semester 12T (HAM)| Convenor: | Dr Krishna Reddy |
| Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 | | |
Prerequisites: FINA201
Restrictions: FINA510Note: The PricewaterhouseCoopers Prize in Corporate Finance is awarded to the top student of the year in this paper.
FINA312-12B (HAM), 12B (TGA), 12S (HAM) Portfolios and Markets (Points:20)This paper introduces the fundamental concepts related to portfolio decisions of individual and institutional investors. Based on the concept of risk-return trade-off, it discusses the techniques and implications of efficient portfolio diversification and the allocation of assets among different securities. A special feature of this paper is that it provides an opportunity to students to work on an investment project using real world data. | Convenor: | Dr Sazali Abidin |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: FINA201
Restrictions: FINA517ECON313-12A (HAM) Economics of Human Resources and Public Policy (Points:20)This paper covers both the economics of human resources and the economics of public policy. Topics include labour demand and supply, human capital and earnings, labour market issues, welfare economics, public choice theory and cost benefit analysis. | Convenor: | Prof Jacques Poot |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON413FINA313-12B (HAM) Capital Markets (Points:20)This paper introduces students to the principal capital markets in Australasia, their associated institutions, markets, regulators and their financial functions. | Convenor: | Dr Daniel Choi |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: FINA201ECON315-12B (HAM) Environmental and Natural Resource Economics (Points:20)This paper develops the ability of students to use economic theory to analyse issues in the management of natural resources and the environment. It includes an examination of the economics of sustainable development, resource use, pollution control and the conservation of the environment including practical applications. | Convenor: | Dr Dan Marsh |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON415Note: The Bill & Joan Flower Trust Prize in Environmental Economics is awarded to the top student of the year in this paper.
ECON317-12A (HAM) Economics, Law and Policy (Points:20)This paper introduces students to the application of economic reasoning and techniques in the study of policy issues in law. The economic analysis of law involves the application of economic reasoning and techniques to policy issues in various legal areas including property law, contracts, tort law and criminal law. The paper will analyse legal rules and policies in terms of their costs and benefits and their effects on individual behaviour. | Convenor: | Dr Dan Marsh |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON217ECON319-12S (HAM) China's Economic Development (Points:20)This paper provides an introductory survey of economic development in China with emphasis on understanding the process of reform during the past 20 years. | Convenor: | Prof John Gibson |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON419ECON336-12B (HAM) Comparative Economics in Global Perspective (Points:20)An introduction to essential issues in the global economic environment. This paper takes a broad approach in comparing economic systems and combines economic theory, real life examples and topical case studies to analyse economic policy issues. | Convenor: | Dr Sayeeda Bano |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100, ECON110
Restrictions: ECON236ECON390-12A (HAM), 12B (HAM), 12S (HAM) Directed Study (Points:20)This paper is available only to Waikato Management School students with the approval of the Undergraduate Convenor. | Convenor: | Not available at time of printing |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 and the permission of the Undergraduate Convenor and 60 points above 100 level in Economics.Note: Students are required to arrange a supervisor and identify a topic before enrolling in this paper.
ECON399-12C (HAM) Applied Project in Economics (Points:20)An applied research project investigating an economics related issue in an organisational context. | Convenor: | Dr Gazi Hassan |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON204 and at the discretion of the ECON399 Convenor
Restrictions: ACCT399 and FINA399Note: This paper is only available to students enrolled in the BBA(Fin).
ECON401-12B (HAM) Monetary and Macroeconomics (Points:20)This paper enables students to appreciate the main long and short run macroeconomic models for both open and closed economies. | Convenor: | Prof Mark Holmes |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON200
Restrictions: ECON301 and ECON541ECON404-12A (HAM) Econometrics (Points:20)This paper provides the basic econometric skills essential for students pursuing careers as professional economists and careers in the financial sector. The more common statistical methods of estimation used in quantitative economics. Practical applications are emphasised. The computer package used in this paper is R. Computer skills are not required. A knowledge of the material covered in ECON204 is assumed, although the important relevant material is reviewed. | Convenor: | Prof Riccardo Scarpa |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON204 or B or better in STAT160 or equivalent, and at least 30 points in Economics
Restrictions: ECON304 and ECON543ECON406-12A (HAM) International Trade and Finance (Points:20)This paper provides a basic understanding of theories relating to international trade, foreign exchange markets and balance of policy issues. Theories of comparative advantage, distribution of income and gains from trade, new theories of international trade, the theory of trade policy, developments in the international trading system and New Zealand trade policy, the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and future implications on the development of world trade, monitoring aspects of international economic relations, the balance of payments adjustment mechanisms and foreign exchange markets. | Convenor: | Dr Sayeeda Bano |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON306Note: The Brendan Thompson Prize is awarded to the top student of the year in this paper or ECON306 International Trade and Finance.
ECON408-12B (HAM) Managerial Economics and Strategy (Points:20)This paper explores the application of microeconomic theory and methodology to the problems faced by decision makers in the private and public sectors. Managerial economics helps managers and business analysts allocate scarce resources efficiently, and plan effective business strategies. Topics include a review of decision-making under uncertainty, estimation of market demand and demand forecasting using regression techniques, pricing strategy, advertising and promotional decision-making and competitive strategy, a review of game theory, and game theory applications to business strategic decision-making. | Convenor: | Dr Michael Cameron |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON100, and either ECON204 or B or better in STAT160 or equivalent
Restrictions: ECON308ECON409-12A (HAM) New Economics of Business (Points:20)This paper emphasises practical techniques in the economics of business strategy. Students will be exposed to real world experiences in undertaking business activities, with the aim of preparing them to analyse investment opportunities, evaluate business propositions, and eventually start up their own businesses. The paper will include a wide variety of learning activities, including lectures, field research, guest presentations and case studies. Students will participate in planning to set up an e-business. | Convenor: | Dr Steven Lim |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON100
Restrictions: ECON309, ECON314, ECON318, ECON414 and ECON418ECON413-12A (HAM) Economics of Human Resources and Public Policy (Points:20)For details see Economics ECON313. Additional work will be prescribed. | Convenor: | Prof Jacques Poot |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON313ECON415-12B (HAM) Environmental and Natural Resource Economics (Points:20)This paper develops the ability of students to use economic theory to analyse issues in the management of natural resources and the environment. It includes an examination of the economics of sustainable development, resource use, pollution control and the conservation of the environment including practical applications. | Convenor: | Dr Dan Marsh |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON315FINA417-12B (HAM), 12B (TGA) International Corporate Finance (Points:20)This paper deals with finance subject matters faced by multinational corporations. The course examines exchange rate determination, currency exposure management, international investment and international capital budgeting. | Convenor: | Dr Dani Foo |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: FINA201
Restrictions: FINA317ECON419-12S (HAM) China's Economic Development (Points:20)This paper provides an introductory survey of economic development in China with emphasis on understanding the process of reform during the past 20 years. | Convenor: | Prof John Gibson |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON100 or ECON110
Restrictions: ECON319ECON490-12A (HAM), 12B (HAM), 12S (HAM) Directed Study (Points:20)Topic to be advised | Convenor: | Not available at time of printing |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: Entry is at the discretion of the Chairperson of Department and 60 points above 100 level in Economics.Note: Students are required to arrange a supervisor and identify a topic before enrolling in this paper.
ECON499-12C (HAM), 12D (HAM), 12E (HAM), 12F (HAM) Report of an Investigation (Points:20)BMS students are required to undertake an economic investigation in an organisation outside the university (e.g. a firm or government department) and report their findings. Ideally the problem investigated will involve economic methodology and techniques studied at the undergraduate level. In some cases students can undertake an investigation within the university using library resources. | Convenor: | Dr Gazi Hassan |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: All 100, 200 and 300 level BMS compulsory papers, and at least 40 points at 300 level in Economics.
Restrictions: ECON599MNGT501-12A (HAM), 12B (HAM), 12S (HAM) Research Methods in Management Studies (Points:30)This paper offers an introduction to research methods and methodology for postgraduate students toward enabling participants to form the knowledge and develop the skills needed to carry out independent research. A desired outcome is that students completing the paper would be able to design and defend a research study plan and be able to write up a comprehensive and cohesive research proposal. This is a broad introduction in order to accommodate management backgrounds generally. An aim of the paper is also to ensure that the student may emerge prepared for other and more advanced discipline, methodology or paradigm specific research method papers. For Semester 12A (HAM)| Convenor: | Prof Jim Corner |
| For Semester 12B (HAM)| Convenor: | Prof Michele Akoorie |
| For Semester 12S (HAM)| Convenor: | Dr Mary Low |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 | | | |
ECON502-12B (HAM) Microeconomic Analysis (Points:30)This paper develops core skills in theoretical microeconomic analysis. These skills are essential both in undertaking research and to provide access to much of the journal literature in economics. The paper is comprehensive, covering the traditional mainline areas of consumer theory, risk and information economics, the economics of production and costs, the theory of the firm and of markets, and general equilibrium theory. Key mathematical concepts will be developed or reviewed. Applications and more advanced topics will be considered on a more ad hoc basis. | Convenor: | AProf John Tressler |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON202 and either ECON204 or at least 40 points at 300 level or above in Economics
Restrictions: ECON542MNGT502-12A (HAM) Introduction to Research Methods in Management Studies (Points:15)The half paper considers methodology and research methods. It is designed for graduate students who are required to undertake research in economics or finance as part of their programme and/or those who will undertake research in economics or finance as part of their professional careers. | Convenor: | Dr Steven Lim |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: 60 points at 300 level or above in Economics or Finance.
Restrictions: ACCT501, ECON544, MCOM530, MNGT501, MKTG507, MSYS551, SCEN503, STMG502 and TOMG506ECON503-12A (HAM) Long-run Macroeconomic Analysis (Points:15)This paper covers selected aspects of long-run macroeconomic theory, structural policy and evidence. The topics include economic growth (Solow and endogenous growth models) and structural unemployment (efficiency wage and trade union models). | Convenor: | Prof Mark Holmes |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON200, ECON204 and either ECON202 or at least 20 points at 300 level or above in Economics.
Restrictions: ECON501 and ECON541ECON505-12B (HAM) Short-run Macroeconomic Analysis (Points:15)This paper covers selected aspects of short-run macroeconomic theory, stabilisation policy and evidence. The topics include the behaviour of investment and consumption, inflation and unemployment, modelling business cycles, open economy macroeconomics. | Convenor: | Prof Mark Holmes |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON200, ECON204 and either ECON202 or at least 20 points at 300 level or above in Economics.
Restrictions: ECON501 and ECON541FINA506-12B (HAM) Finance Theory (Points:15)This course examines the theoretical underpinnings of contemporary finance. This includes detailed analyses of selected contemporary financial theories and explains how an econometric computer package, Stata, can be used to test these empirically. In particular consideration is given to regression analysis of cross-section and panel data. The paper integrates commercial understanding, financial information and corporate finance theory to investigate the value of given businesses. | Convenor: | Dr Nirosha Hewa Wellalage |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:1 |
Prerequisites: at least 60 points in Finance at 300 or 400 level, including FINA311 and FINA312ECON526-12A (HAM) Law and Economics (Points:15)This module will apply microeconomic analysis to common law and to statute law. It will analyse selected issues in property law, contact law tort, criminal law and international law. | Convenor: | AProf Anna Strutt |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: at least 40 points at 200 level or above in EconomicsECON527-12S (HAM) Choice Analysis with applications (Points:15)This paper covers choice theory and analysis of choice data using quantitative tools. Both revealed and stated preference data analysis will be framed on random utility theory and will extend to include various behavioural issues. | Convenor: | Prof Riccardo Scarpa |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: STAT160 or equivalent and permission of the paper convenorECON528-12B (HAM) Econometric Topics: Macroeconomics and Finance (Points:15)This module provides students with theoretical and practical skills in econometrics that should enable them to carry out a wide range of applied analyses involving finance and economics. The focus of this paper is on the use of time-series data. The topics covered include unit root and co-integration testing, ARIMA modelling, GARCH modelling, regime-switching models, principal components analysis, nonlinearities and asymmetries. | Convenor: | Prof Les Oxley |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON204 and 20 points at 300 level or above in Economics.
Restrictions: ECON504ECON529-12A (HAM) Microeconometrics (Points:15)The purpose of this paper is to provide students with skills in microeconometrics that should enable them to carry out a wide range of empirical analyses using either cross-sectional or panel data on individuals, households or firms. Topics covered include: Maximum Likelihood Estimation: Instrumental Variables and Generalised Method of Moments Estimation; Discrete Choice Models; Limited Dependent Variable Models; Panel and Survey Data; Non- and Semi-parametric Models: Propensity Score Matching and Evaluation Methods. | Convenor: | Prof John Gibson |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: One of ECON304, ECON404, ECON528, ECON543 or equivalent
Restrictions: ECON504ECON530-12B (HAM) Topics in Development Economics (Points:15)This paper will familiarise students with the use of tools for investigating development issues, using appropriate theory and quantitative techniques. The paper will involve a combination of lectures on key issues in the microeconomics of development and workshops that apply the techniques learned. Workshops will involve practical exercises, using actual and simulated data from developing countries. Students will also engage with the current and recent development economics literature. | Convenor: | Dr Michael Cameron |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: at least 40 points at 200 level or above in EconomicsECON531-12B (HAM) International Trade: Theory and Policy Issues (Points:15)This module analyses international trade theory, policy and evidence in the contemporary world environment. Topics covered include positive and normative theories of international trade, the theory of trade policy, effective protection, customs unions and the new world economic order | Convenor: | Dr Sayeeda Bano |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON202 and (ECON306 or ECON406) or at least 40 points at 300 level or above in Economics.ECON539-12A (HAM) Environmental and Resource Economics (Points:15)In this paper we cover techniques for the economic analysis of; contemporary environmental economic issues, and conventional renewable and exhaustible natural resource management problems. The emphasis will be on appropriate analysis for public policy. | Convenor: | Prof Riccardo Scarpa |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON202 or at least 40 points at 300 level or above in EconomicsECON543-12A (HAM) Econometrics: Directed Reading (Points:15)A postgraduate module in econometrics for students who have not included an advanced paper in econometrics in their undergraduate degree. Multiple regression, model specification, multicollinearity and dummy variables, heteroscedasticity, serial correlation, dynamic models, forecasting. | Convenor: | Prof Riccardo Scarpa |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON204 or equivalent and at least 40 points at 300 level or above in Economics and/or Finance
Restrictions: ECON304 and ECON404ECON552-12A (HAM) Applied General Equilibrium Analysis (Points:15)The paper will focus on applied general equilibrium modelling, particularly of global trade. Students will have the opportunity to use real-world data and sophisticated international trade models in their assignments.
| Convenor: | AProf Anna Strutt |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: ECON202
Restrictions: ECON517ECON589-12A (HAM), 12B (HAM), 12S (HAM) Directed Study (Points:15)Selected topics may be available. Please discuss these with the Graduate Convenor. For Semester 12A (HAM) and 12B (HAM)| Convenor: | Not available at time of printing |
| For Semester 12S (HAM)| Convenor: | Prof John Gibson |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 | | |
Prerequisites: Permission of the Graduate Convenor.ECON590-12A (HAM), 12B (HAM), 12C (HAM), 12S (HAM), 12Y (HAM) Directed Study (Points:30)Selected topics may be available. Please discuss these with the Graduate Convenor. For Semester 12A (HAM) and 12B (HAM) and 12C (HAM) and 12Y (HAM)| Convenor: | Not available at time of printing |
| For Semester 12S (HAM)| Convenor: | Prof John Gibson |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 | | |
Prerequisites: Permission of the Graduate Convenor.Note: Students are required to arrange a supervisor and identify a topic before enrolling in this paper.
ECON591-12C (HAM) Economics Dissertation (Points:30)A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation. | Convenor: | AProf Anna Strutt |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Note: The Guidelines for Research Course form must be approved by the Department’s Graduate Convenor prior to enrolment in this paper.
ECON592-12C (HAM) Economics Dissertation (Points:60)Students enrolling in this paper should have a B+ grade average or better. | Convenor: | AProf Anna Strutt |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Note: The Guidelines for Research Course form must be approved by the Department’s Graduate Convenor prior to enrolment in this paper.
ECON593-12C (HAM) Economics Thesis (Points:90)Students enrolling in this paper should have a B+ grade average or better. | Convenor: | AProf Anna Strutt |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Note: The Guidelines for Research Course form must be approved by the Department’s Graduate Convenor prior to enrolment in this paper.
ECON594-12C (HAM) Economics Thesis (Points:120)Students enrolling in this paper should have a B+ grade average or better. | Convenor: | AProf Anna Strutt |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Note: The Guidelines for Research Course form must be approved by the Department’s Graduate Convenor prior to enrolment in this paper.
ECON599-12C (HAM), 12D (HAM), 12E (HAM), 12F (HAM) Report of an Investigation (Points:30)BMS students are required to undertake an economic investigation in an organisation outside the university (e.g. a firm or government department) and report their findings. Ideally the problem investigated will involve economic methodology and techniques studied at the undergraduate level. In some cases students can undertake an investigation within the university using library resources. | Convenor: | Not available at time of printing |
| | Internal assessment/Exam ratio: | 1:0 |
Prerequisites: All 100, 200 and 300 level BMS compulsory papers, and at least 40 points at 300 level in Economics.
Restrictions: ECON499
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