| 授業名 | International Economics |
|---|---|
| Course Title | International Economics |
| 担当教員 Instructor Name | Liu Lian |
| コード Couse Code | NUC442_N25A |
| 授業形態 Class Type | 講義 Regular course |
| 授業形式 Class Format | On Campus |
| 単位 Credits | 2 |
| 言語 Language | EN |
| 科目区分 Course Category | 専門教育科目 / Specialized Subject |
| 学位 Degree | BBA |
| 開講情報 Terms / Location | 2025 UG Nisshin Term2 |
授業の概要 Course Overview
Misson Statementとの関係性 / Connection to our Mission Statement
This course aligns with the NUCB Business School’s mission by fostering analytical and creative thinking skills, essential for business leaders navigating complex economic environments.
授業の目的（意義） / Importance of this course
This course equips students with a systematic understanding of the key areas of the world economy – trade, investment and finance – and how they impact on each other.
到達目標 / Achievement Goal
By the end of the course, students will be able to understand international trade patterns, examine trade policies, analyse the determinants of exchange rates and financial crises and address topical issues of international economic interdependence between states.
本授業の該当ラーニングゴール Learning Goals
*本学の教育ミッションを具現化する形で設定されています。
LG1 Critical Thinking
LG2 Diversity Awareness
LG3 Ethical Decision Making
LG4 Effective Communication
LG6 Managerial Perspectives (BBA)
LG2 Diversity Awareness
LG3 Ethical Decision Making
LG4 Effective Communication
LG6 Managerial Perspectives (BBA)
受講後得られる具体的スキルや知識 Learning Outcomes
Upon Completion of this Course, students will be able to:
1. Understand and critically evaluate the interrelationship between the three main areas of international economic activity - trade, finance and investment.
2. Recognize the main economic development issues faced by developing countries, in particular debt burdens and aid traps.
3. Gain a good working knowledge of the operations and key issues surrounding cross-border movements of labor and capital, the size and direction of trade flows, and the global economic institutions.
1. Understand and critically evaluate the interrelationship between the three main areas of international economic activity - trade, finance and investment.
2. Recognize the main economic development issues faced by developing countries, in particular debt burdens and aid traps.
3. Gain a good working knowledge of the operations and key issues surrounding cross-border movements of labor and capital, the size and direction of trade flows, and the global economic institutions.
SDGsとの関連性 Relevance to Sustainable Development Goals
Goal 4 質の高い教育をみんなに（Quality Education）
教育手法 Teaching Method
| 教育手法 Teaching Method | % of Course Time | |
|---|---|---|
| インプット型 Traditional | 30 % | |
| 参加者中心型 Participant-Centered Learning | ケースメソッド Case Method | 70 % |
| フィールドメソッド Field Method | 0 % | 合計 Total | 100 % |
事前学修と事後学修の内容、レポート、課題に対するフィードバック方法 Pre- and Post-Course Learning, Report, Feedback methods
Course Prerequisites
○ Subject topics will be taught using case studies. Pre-reading is essential. It is recommended that participants spend at least 1 hours preparing for each case, including previewing the fundamental knowledge provided in the casebook. Assignment questions will be provided before class to facilitate understanding of related information and relevant case studies.
Class Discussion
○ The course is designed to be highly interactive, with class discussions playing a pivotal role in reinforcing economic concepts. Through these discussions, participants will connect theoretical knowledge with practical economic decision-making.
Feedback Methods
○ During these sessions, participants can discuss their individual progress, seek clarification on any doubts, and obtain personalized guidance.
○ Subject topics will be taught using case studies. Pre-reading is essential. It is recommended that participants spend at least 1 hours preparing for each case, including previewing the fundamental knowledge provided in the casebook. Assignment questions will be provided before class to facilitate understanding of related information and relevant case studies.
Class Discussion
○ The course is designed to be highly interactive, with class discussions playing a pivotal role in reinforcing economic concepts. Through these discussions, participants will connect theoretical knowledge with practical economic decision-making.
Feedback Methods
○ During these sessions, participants can discuss their individual progress, seek clarification on any doubts, and obtain personalized guidance.
授業スケジュール Course Schedule
第1日（Day1）
Introduction to International Economics●使用するケース
1. Why Countries Trade: The Theory of Comparative Advantage2. Wilo SE: Corporate structures in times of deglobalization
第2日（Day2）
International Trade Policy●使用するケース
Tariffs on Tires (A)第3日（Day3）
International Trade Arrangement●使用するケース
Regarding NAFTA第4日（Day4）
Multinational Enterprises and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)●使用するケース
Foreign Direct Investment in China*NOTE: Case selection might change during the actual course.
第5日（Day5）
International Monetary System●使用するケース
Bretton Woods and the Financial Crisis of 1971 (A)*NOTE: Case selection might change during the actual course.
第6日（Day6）
Exchange Rate Determination and Regimes●使用するケース
Foreign Exchange Markets and Transactions*NOTE: Case selection might change during the actual course.
第7日（Day7）
International Capital Flows●使用するケース
Hong Kong's Financial Crisis--1997-98*NOTE: Case selection might change during the actual course.
成績評価方法 Evaluation Criteria
*成績は下記該当項目を基に決定されます。
*クラス貢献度合計はコールドコールと授業内での挙手発言の合算値です。
*クラス貢献度合計はコールドコールと授業内での挙手発言の合算値です。
| 講師用内規準拠 Method of Assessment | Weights |
|---|---|
| コールドコール Cold Call | 0 % |
| 授業内での挙手発言 Class Contribution | 70 % |
| クラス貢献度合計 Class Contribution Total | 70 % |
| 予習レポート Preparation Report | 0 % |
| 小テスト Quizzes / Tests | 0 % |
| シミュレーション成績 Simulation | 0 % |
| ケース試験 Case Exam | 0 % |
| 最終レポート Final Report | 30 % |
| 期末試験 Final Exam | 0 % |
| 参加者による相互評価 Peer Assessment | 0 % |
| 合計 Total | 100 % |
評価の留意事項 Notes on Evaluation Criteria
教科書 Textbook
- Yarbrough, B.V. and R.M. Yarbrough「The World Economy: Open Economy Macroeconomics and Finance 」Createspace Independent Pub（2013）
参考文献・資料 Additional Readings and Resource
N.A
授業調査に対するコメント Comment on Course Evaluation
Teaching this course for the first time
担当教員のプロフィール About the Instructor
Refereed Articles
- (2025) How Has the Renminbi’s Role in Non-USD Currency Markets Evolved After COVID-19? An Analysis Based on Spillover Effects. International Journal of Financial Studies 13(1): 2227-7072
- (2024) Climate Change and Corporate Financial Performance. Journal of Risk and Financial Management 17(7): 1911-8066
- (2023) The Effect of ESG performance on the stock market during the COVID-19 Pandemic-Evidence from Japan. Economic Analysis and Policy 79 2204-2296
- (2023) Spillover effect of the RMB and Non-USD currencies after the COVID-19 pandemic: Evidence captured from 30-minute high frequency data. International Review of Economics & Finance 84 1059-0560
- (2022) Smart assessment and forecasting framework for healthy development index in urban cities. Cities 131(Cities): 1873-6084