EC 220X - The Global Economy

Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to issues related to the increasingly global nature of the economy and how globalization impacts countries economically, politically, and culturally. Topics may include: the economic impacts of trade liberalization, foreign direct investment, and global financial investment; the impact of trade on non-economic concerns such as social issues, the environment or politics; and the roles of international institutions such as World Bank, International Monetary Fund, and World Trade Organization. Note: For all economics and business majors, the following courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher: MA 125, MA 126; WR 101, WR 102; EC 201, EC 202, EC 300, EC 303, EC 304, EC 330; BU 210, BU 211, BU 220, BU 230, BU 310, BU 330, BU 316, BU 339, BU 340. In addition, a minimum grade point average of at least a C must be earned in all department courses. Prerequisite(s): None. Civilization & Cultures (X).