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International economics

ECC3690

Synopsis

This unit aims to investigate the economic interaction between countries in the context of international exchanges of commodities, assets, and factors of production. You will develop an understanding of (a) the drivers and effects of international trade in commodities and capital assets, (b) the drivers and the impact of international migration, (c) the impact of trade policy, particularly tariffs and quotas, (d) the national accounts, with particular emphasis on the balance of payments, (e) exchange rates, and (f) offshoring.

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

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Credit points
6
Level
3
Audience
Undergraduate
Type
Coursework
School
Faculty of Business and Economics
Faculty
Department of Economics
Handbook year
2026

Prerequisites (9)

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Offerings (1)

  • Second semesterClayton · ON-CAMPUS

Listed in 4 areas of study

  • Economic analysisSpecialisation elective units
  • EconomicsMacroeconomics, trade and finance
  • Economics and economic policyCluster 3: Macroeconomic theory and growth
  • Macroeconomics and financial marketsSpecified discipline studies