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University of Glasgow: Global Economy

Institution University of Glasgow View institution profile
Department School of Social & Political Sciences View department profile
Web glasgow.ac.uk/socialpolitical
Study type Taught

Summary

Global Economy explores the history, shape and economic impact of contemporary globalisation, in a profoundly multinational, multilingual environment. The programme will enhance your understanding of the shape of the global economy and the institutions (formal and informal) that govern it. It is ideal for those who do not have a degree or background in economics or business but wish to explore the field.

Central to the programme’s curriculum is an understanding of how economic growth is (and is not) stimulated and sustained under conditions of intense global competition, and how institutions and infrastructure can play crucial roles in attracting appropriate economic activity.

You will consider the respective roles of national governments and supra-national bodies in the global economy and interrogate the ways in which economic and business systems have an impact on the lives of citizens in both developing and developed countries.

Central to the programme’s curriculum is an understanding of how economic growth is (and is not) stimulated and sustained under conditions of intense global competition, and how institutions and infrastructure can play crucial roles in attracting appropriate economic activity. You will consider the respective roles of national governments and supra-national bodies in the global economy and interrogate the ways in which economic and business systems have an impact on the lives of citizens in both developing and developed countries. * You will be encouraged to think about how your local economies fit into the broader global environment. The knowledge and skills gained could lead to enhanced trade capacity, improved economic understanding or decision- making by business or government, new products and services, or long-term capacity building, through the development of entrepreneurial skills. * Topics covered include the study of international trade, the relationships between education, innovation and investment, foreign direct investment, multinational companies, and the impact of Global Value Chains and Global Production Networks – and the associated corporate social responsibility and global citizenship programmes. * You may have the opportunity to spend up to three weeks in March at Kyoto University in Japan. You will attend specially organised classes, take part in study trips and site visits, and begin thinking about your dissertation. Places are limited and offered on a competitive basis. * The programme will equip you to return to your home country and make substantial contributions in a wide array of fields such as local and national policy development, corporate management and third sector or advocacy groups, including those working primarily in environmental, educational or citizenship arenas.

You will take three core courses in total, one optional course in semester one and two optional courses in semester two as well as a dissertation. You will attend lectures, seminars and tutorials and take part in project and team work. You will also benefit from our programme of guest seminars.

Core courses

Semester one

  • RESEARCH DESIGN
  • THE GLOBALISED ECONOMY

Semester two

  • BUSINESS IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY

Optional courses

Semester one

  • BUSINESS AND GOVERNMENT IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY
  • INNOVATION IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA
  • ISSUES IN GLOBAL ECONOMY
  • TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY

Semester two

  • CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY
  • GLOBALISATION AND THE NATION STATE
  • GLOBALISATION OF INTERNATIONAL BANKING AND FINANCE
  • GLOBALISATION AND LABOUR
  • INEQUALITIES IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY
  • REGIONAL ECONOMIC INTEGRATION
  • STUDIES IN THE HISTORY OF MEDICINE FROM 1850 TO 2000

Dual Degree (Radboud – Glasgow) Global Political Economy

The Dual Degree Global Political Economy is an exciting partnership designed in collaboration with Radboud University, Netherlands.

The 2 year programme aims to provide you with a rigorous and comprehensive general overview of the topic in year 1 and specialist training and dissertation writing in year 2.

More information

  • Dual Degree Global Political Economy (Radboud University website)

By the end of the programme, you will gained a secure and critical grasp of the extent, causes and implications of a more fully integrated world economy, which equips you to play key leadership roles in corporate, non-governmental organisations or policy-driven environments. Career opportunities include positions in global economics, foreign trade, international NGOs and policy environments.

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The University of Glasgow’s School of Social & Political Sciences  links core social science disciplines to deliver high-quality teaching and cutting-edge research. We offer a wide variety of programmes for those interested in the development and impact of economies and societies globally.

Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. The University has a history of changing the world and the School of Social & Political Sciences is committed to nurturing the people who make it happen.

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