This module is designed to introduce students to the field of International Political Economy (IPE), its theoretical perspectives, and how it analyses and interprets the roles of states, societies and markets in trade, production, and finance in a global economy. The module starts with an introduction to the field and its major theoretical perspectives. The second part discusses transformations in the global political-economic order: i.e., the global trade, investment and production regimes. Part three discusses the role of states and societies in shaping world market integration. The last part of the module discusses contradictions and crises in the global economy and their politics.
A. Demonstrate understanding of the fundamentals of major theories of International Political Economy. B. Analyze major transformations in the structures and governance of trade, production, and money in the post-war global economy. C. Demonstrate understanding of political and societal actors shape national integration into the global economy. D. Identify and explain the politics of economic imbalances and crises in the global political economy. E. Apply theoretical concepts in the analysis international political economic matters. F. Demonstrate effective academic communication and research skills appropriate to the study of International Political Economy.
Lectures, seminars and private study