Learning Objectives:
Students will understand the common models of international trade in the field of real international economics for explaining trade and analyzing trade policies. They can also apply this knowledge to firm-specific issues. Students are familiar with the common models of firm behavior in imperfect markets, can explain and apply them.
Contents:
- Economic models for explaining and analyzing international trade
- Presentation and effects of protectionist measures
- Analysis of market structures
- Firm behavior in imperfect markets
- Firm behavior in the international context
Methods:
- Models and analysis methods (research and analysis models): Economic models from international economics and policy, Economic models of industrial economics
- Quantitative-empirical methods (comparative-statistical, mathematical methods, data analysis): Descriptive data analysis
Teaching and Learning Methods:
- Seminar-style instruction
- Literature study
- Group work
- Self-directed learning
- Case studies
Literature:
- Krugman, Paul; Obstfeld, Maurice; Melitz, Marc: International Economics, Munich 2019
- Morasch, Karl; Bartholomae, Florian: Trade and Competition in Global Markets, Konstanz, Munich 2017