International Trade

Florence University of the Arts - The American University of Florence, La Spezia Campus

Course Description

Course Name

International Trade
Host University

Florence University of the Arts - The American University of Florence, La Spezia Campus
Location

La Spezia, Italy
Area of Study

International Economics
Language Level

Taught In English
Prerequisites

Successful completion of a basic economic course.
Course Level Recommendations

Lower

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Credits

Recommended U.S. Semester Credits

Recommended U.S. Quarter Units

Overview

3 semester credits. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of international trade, examining its theoretical foundations, practical applications, and the ongoing debates that shape global commerce. Students will assess how factors like market size, production capabilities, and geographical distance influence trade flows, to they will focus on the evolving composition of traded goods and services. Students will also examine trade policy instruments, such as tariffs and quotas, and their impact on economies. The course critically analyzes the political economy of trade, understanding the competing interests that influence policy decisions. Classes going beyond traditional trade, as they seek to evaluate contemporary issues like the rise of intra-industry trade, the increasing role of multinational enterprises (MNEs), and the ongoing debates surrounding free trade and protectionism.