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Content of the programme

International Economics & Law

Course name: International Economic & Law

Period: International Business Consultancy (Y4:13/14)

Cluster within the International Business Consultancy Programme: International Business

Study load: 4 ECTS (~112 hours)

Course description

In 2020 the world functions different then in times it seemed easy to calculate economical circumstances and predict how an economy would develop. The uncertainty in economic circumstances can, amongst others, be related to influences like globalization and technological developments. Understanding these changes result in seeing chances and risks, being able to navigate a business in the right direction and work as a business consultant.

Within the course International Economics & Law you will approach the world’s situation from an economical and legal perspective. The course starts with a macro-economical approach, slowly moving towards trade and the legal protection of international transactions. From that point onwards you will learn how to legally protect business transactions, focussing on contract law and business law (including mergers and acquisitions).

Competences and learning objectives

Competences: strategic management, economics, business law, problem recognition, diagnosing and designing.

Learning objectives

  • Understand the basic principles on international law;
  • Explain the effect of a legal framework on a company’s activities and strategic choices;
  • Assess international trends;
  • Discuss the effect of politics on international trade;
  • Explain how conflicts on international trade are resolved between countries;
  • Explain theories of international trade and/or law in relation to the functioning of a country or trade area;
  • Analyse the impact of trade barriers for both import and export countries;

General course information

Required previous knowledge

Some basic knowledge of macro-economics is beneficial to participate in this course.

Online materials will be provided.

Way of working

There will be interactive lectures in which you will get information on specific topics. The classes are interactive, so a high level of participation is required. Students will give presentations on a topic of choice and work on various assignments.

Exam

The exam consists out of two papers (50% of the final grade) and an oral exam (50% of the final grade).

Caesura

A final score of 5,5 or higher leads to passing the course and receiving the related 4 ECTS.

Retake exam

The retake of the exam is scheduled at the end of the semester. This is usually two or three weeks after the first exam week.