ATS2321 · Monash University
Political economy
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 2
- Workload
- ≈ 12 h / week
- Faculty
- Arts
What it covers
In this unit you will examine key concepts, theories and debates within the field of Political Economy. You will learn about contending approaches to political economy in an increasingly interconnected global economy. You will explore major developments in 20th and 21st-century political economy, such as the political and social consequences of economic globalisation and the growing integration of markets and financial systems. Topics include: trade, investment, financial systems, development, globalisation, inequality, multinational corporations, and the distribution of wealth and power among countries.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Essay | Written | 25% |
| Reflective writing | Written | 20% |
| In-class test | Quiz / Test | 20% |
| In-class participation activity | Exercise | 15% |
| In-class test | Quiz / Test | 20% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On-campus |