Japanese Economic Policy 2100-MON-PGJ-OG
This course is designed to help students to analyze Japanese economic policy from as diverse perspectives as possible, ever making extensive use of visual materials.
The macro-level analysis by students on the way Japanese economic policy has impacted the global economy is balanced by their micro-level analysis on the way the policy impacts business and individuals in Japan.
No previous knowledge of Japan, Japanese language, or prior enrollment in a particular course is required.
Course coordinators
Type of course
general courses
Mode
Prerequisites (description)
Learning outcomes
As a whole, the course addresses four main underlying themes:
(1) Japan’s development model and future outlook
(2) Changing economic relations and geopolitics
(3) Demographic trend and technical advance
(4) Cultural and social aspects of economic transition
Assessment criteria
Grades will be weighted as follows:
50% Active participation
25% Quizzes based on visual materials
25% Oral exam