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Course Description
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Course Name
Australian Economic Institutions
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Host University
University of Queensland
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Location
Brisbane, Australia
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Area of Study
Economics, International Economics, Pacific Studies, Urban Studies and Planning
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
This course requires additional faculty approval for entry.
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Host University Units
2 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course DescriptionContemporary Australian economy & economic institutions & their evolution in the recent past.Learning ObjectivesAfter successfully completing this course you should be able to:- Explain the meaning of the term 'economic institutions'.
- Discuss economic institutions in terms of the concept of 'economic power'.
- Understand the role of the Commonwealth Constitution in shaping and directing the Australian economy.
- Explain how government policies are the principal form in which economic power may be exercised.
- Explain in general terms how economic institutions may influence economic activity.
- Describe and analyse the economic institutions that have evolved in Australia in respect of the aspects of the economy and economic activity examined, including: federalism; the labour market; industry assistance; the financial sector; competition policy; telecommunications; retirement income policy; the taxation system; and the environment.
- Recognise and evaluate the way in which values determine the choice of economic institutions.
- Prepare written briefing papers to describe and explain the institutional underpinnings of selected areas of economic activity.
- Write short notes to describe and explain the institutional underpinnings of selected areas of economic activity.
- Respond to questions about and discuss the institutional underpinnings of economic activity in Australia.
Class Contact2 Lecture hours, 1 Tutorial hourAssessment SummaryTutorial Notes: 10%Briefing Paper 1: 10%In Calss Quiz: 20%Briefing Paper 2: 10%Final Exam: 50%
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