Teaching Methodologies
– Presentation of theoretical knowledge in regular and online classes by videoconference.
– Individual and group works prepared by students in class with the aim of applying the knowledge transmitted.
Learning Results
Objectives:
– Explain the various theories of international trade.
– Characterise the interconnections between economic theory and international trade.
– Explain the context surrounding international trade.
– Explain the structure of the balance of payments.
– Characterise the concept of international economic negotiation.
– Identify the various approaches to international negotiation.
Competences:
– Know the main theories that explain international trade and the international movement of productive factors.
– Analyse the evolution of international trade and the international monetary system, and understand the role of exchange rates and
currency appreciation/devaluation in the competitiveness and economic stability of countries, and in their balance of payments.
– Understand the concept of international economic negotiation.
– Be able to apply the various international negotiation methodologies.
Program
Legal framework for international trade.
2. International trade and economic theory.
3. The structure of the balance of payments.
4. Contemporary International Economic Relations: Evolution and Current Issues.
5. International Trade: Fundamental Theories and Political Economy.
6. International Movements of Factors of Production: International Investment and Global Governance.
7. Monetary Relations and the International Financial System.
8. The concept of international economic negotiation.
9. International negotiation approaches.
Internship(s)
NAO
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Krugman, P. R., Obstfeld, M. e Melitz, M. J. (2015). Economia Internacional, 10ª edição. Pearson, São Paulo.
Marques, A. (2023). Comércio Internacional e Crescimento a Longo Prazo: O contexto mundial | Notas sobre Portugal. Edições Almedina,
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Ribeiro, V. (2024). Diplomacia nos Negócios Internacionais. Editora D’Ideias, Coimbra.