Regional Development in a Global Context unit (BEA317)

Introduction

This unit examines a range of contemporary economic issues shaping the development of regional and rural areas. Students will apply economics principles to study regional growth, urbanisation, international trade, migration and development policy. Students will study the complex tradeoffs between regional economic development, social needs and equity concerns. Students are introduced to a range of quantitative and qualitative techniques that enables them to assess issues in regional development. Special attention will be paid to the contemporary development challenges facing Tasmanian regional development.

Summary

Unit name	Regional Development in a Global Context
Unit code	BEA317
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Tasmanian School of Business and Economics
Discipline	Economics
Coordinator	Doctor Nam Ha Duong
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Advanced

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Describe and assess key issues in the global economy and their implications for regional economies.
• Select and apply appropriate economic theory to analyse key issues facing small, open regional economies.
• Apply economic theory and models to analyse contemporary policies in regional development.
• Effectively communicate results and research in regional development economics.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Teaching

Assessment	Knowledge Tests (20%)|Presentation (30%)|Policy Report (50%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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