This is a one semester course introducing students to the theory of international economics and its applications to business. The course examines why nations trade and why at the same time many countries try to limit trade by introducing trade barriers. It looks at the role of the WTO and Canadian trade policy. The course also introduces the theory of exchange rates and looks at issues surrounding international policy coordination. (Formerly IBS 601) Lect: 3 hrs. Prerequisites: (ECN 104 and ECN 204) or Direct Entry, Antirequisites: ECN 607, ECN 707 Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
