Political and International Economics (SZF_017)
About Study Course
Objective
The aim of the course is to provide a general idea about economic processes and their interaction with political developments, both nationally and internationally.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of the economy and its terms. Intermediate level knowledge in politics science and international relations processes.
Learning outcomes
1.Within the framework of lectures and seminars, students will have to learn how to understand the correlation between political and economic processes, including global problems, the operation of the banking system, the international financial system, and the economic challenges of Latvia and the European Union.
1.After completing the course students must be able to orient themselves in the basic economic terms and concepts, indicators that characterize economic development, to distinguish the views of different theoretical schools on the principles of economic structures, and to critically evaluate the economic developments in Latvia and in the world.
1.At the end of the course, the student will be able to understand the specificities and processes of the political economy and globalisation and their impact on people's daily lives.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Relations - European Studies | 3 | Bachelor | Required | Sandis Šrāders |
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Business and Sustainable Economy | 4 | Bachelor | Limited choice | Sandis Šrāders |
