This module considers China's impressive economic growth since 1979. Its main purpose is to examine this complex economy, which is a mix of transition economy and a developing country. This module aims to keep pace with the economic transformation of China by providing an overview of the major developments in China's economy, assessing the determinants and the prospects of its continuing growth, and its role in the world economy. Topics covered include: history of Chinese economy, growth in finance, corporate sector, consumption, international trade and foreign investment. This module may also cover topical discussions incorporating recent data and developments.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of China’s recent economic historical development;
identify and apply economic concepts and principles to explain the characteristics of China’s economic transition, economic development and its role in the world economy;
use data to examine and analyse the determinants of China’s recent phenomenal economic growth;
demonstrate critical knowledge and understanding of the main problems faced by the Chinese economy.