ModGlobEcon:FwdLook at BusPol

3 Credits · Level: Graduate, Undergraduate

"The Modern Global Economy: Looking Forward: Policy and Business" will provide students with an interactive, hands-on understanding of the key elements of the international economic system as well as their practical application in business and government. The course will cover four main topic areas: The Changing Nature of Global Trade; The Changing Nature of International Capital; Fostering National and Global Innovation; and Responding to Global Challenges Instruction will be through classroom lectures, guest speakers and group and individual projects. Students will have an opportunity to participate in experiential learning activities that simulate decision-making on issues facing policy makers and business executives. Building blocks of learning will include: " International trade from the policymaker and business perspectives " International finance, including financing for development " Sustainable development, green economic development and global energy markets " The role of innovation in economic growth in the U.S. and other countries " The new digital marketplace, privacy, intellectual property rights and cyber security " Successful negotiation practices and cross-cultural business communication " Leadership in economic diplomacy and international business A basic understanding of macro and microeconomics and political economics prior to entry in the class is strongly encouraged.