VAN DER MAREL Erik - Access2Markets: EU & International Trade (30h)

Academic Assistant: Uyanga LKHAGVAJAV (uyanga.lkhagvajav@coleurope.eu)

The objective of the course is to use theoretical insights from traditional and modern trade theory to understand the consequences of trade integration in general and EU there where possible. A large usage will be made of existing empirical trade papers, showing its foundations and estimation methods, to provide quantitative evidence on the ongoing debate of international trade and globalization with respect to the EU. The second half of the course will delve deeper into the trade policy aspects of international trade, such as trade policy instruments as well as their political economy. The second half of the course will also discuss issue areas of international trade such as global value chains, digital trade, and structural change. All topics are underpinned by empirical research papers.

For further information, please check the ECTS card.