Course Information

This course in an introduction to the general principles, terminology, and methods of international economics, with emphasis on international trade. In this course, we examine several alternative models of international trade as well as foreign exchange markets, currency/financial crisis, globalization, unfair trade practices, regional integration, and the impact of trade on economic growth.

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

1. Discuss and graphically analyze the concept of comparative advantage and its determinants.

2. Apply and evaluate the Ricardian and Heckscher Ohlin models of international trade, as well as other models of trade theory.

3. Calculate and interpret the gains from trade.

4. Summarize and evaluate the effects of international trade and international policies on economic welfare, domestic goods, and factor markets.

5. Evaluate the main arguments for trade restrictions, including intervention in the exchange rate market.

6. Compare the determinations of equilibrium exchange rates through the monetary approach and elasticities approach.

Important Dates for City Online Classes

• Start and End Dates: September 2, 2025 - December 19, 2025

• Last day to add: September 19, 2025

• Last day for refund: September 11, 2025

• Last day to drop without W: September 19, 2025

• Last day to drop with W: November 20, 2025

• Last day to elect pass/no pass: November 20, 2025

• Final Exam Period: December 15-19

Adds/Drops

If you would like to add this course, please put your name on the wait list. Please submit add authorization request on the first day of class. You may add the class if your request approved. 

Students, who show no activity by the census date will be dropped from the class. In order to avoid being dropped during the census period, complete your Module 1 assignments by their due dates. 

In order to withdraw from a course, it is not sufficient to stop posting assignments or contributing to discussion. In accord with university policy, students wishing to withdraw from a course must do so formally through the Registrar’s office. It is the student’s responsibility to complete all forms. If this is not done, the instructor must assign a grade of FW at the end of the semester.

City Online Course Syllabus