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Module Title
LI China and the World Economy
School
Birmingham Business School
Department
Economics
Module Code
08 32012
Module Lead
Level
Intermediate Level
Credits
20
Semester
Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions
None
Exclusions
Description
This module considers China's impressive economic growth since 1979. Its main purpose is to examine this complex economy, which is a mix of a transition economy and a developing country. The 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 may include: economic and social history, economic growth, fiscal and monetary policy, the financial system, corporate sector, household sector, housing market, international trade, exchange rates, foreign investment, inequality, and environmental problems. 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
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
Assessment
32012-01 : 2000 Word assignment : Coursework (50%)
32012-02 : Exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
Assessment: 2000 word essay (50%) and a 2 hour examination (50%)
Reassessment: 2 jour examination.