Topics in Asian Economic History (ECON30030)

Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Australia's largest trade partners are largely from Asia, and this subject provides an introduction to the economic history of various Asian economies, such as China and Japan. Using history and economic history textbooks for both countries and a neoclassical growth framework, the subject examines the contours of each country's development through the perspectives of industrialization, imperialism, institutions, and international engagement. Students will become knowledgeable of the evolution of Asian economies and be prepared to engage in discussions of Asian economic and business issues.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Develop an intellectual framework to study Asian historical economic development;
  • Apply neoclassical economy models to understand historic and contemporary economic development in Asia;
  • Employ case studies and original research on Asian economies to provide insight into policymaking; and
  • Demonstrate critical evaluation of competing theories and models using data and empirical methods.

Generic skills

On successful completion of this subject, students should have improved the following generic skills:

  • High level of development: problem solving; application of theory to practice; interpretation and analysis; critical thinking; moderate level of development: oral communication; written communication; statistical reasoning; synthesis of data and other information; evaluation of data and other information; receptiveness to alternative ideas.
  • Some level of development: use of computer software; accessing data and other information from a range of sources.

Last updated: 4 March 2025