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School of Politics and International Relations · ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences
The study of International Political Economy (IPE) examines the interactions between markets and politics. Is globalisation responsible for the rise of populism in the West? How will the power struggle between China and the United States shape global business? This course introduces students to the key concepts and theories of IPE in order to analyse and understand these pressing issues and questions facing policymakers and citizens. IPE is an interdisciplinary academic field within international relations which draws inputs from international politics and international economics to examine the dynamic linkages between markets, states and institutions, and civil society in the regional and global context. This course explores topics such as globalisation, international trade, finance, debt, foreign direct investment, development, international migration, and consequences and controversies of globalisation.
Typical assessment may include, but is not restricted to: exams, assignments, quizzes, presentations, participation and other assessment as appropriate. See class summary for final details for 2025.
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
130 hours of total student learning time made up from: a) 36 hours of contact over 12 weeks: 24 hours of lectures and 12 hours of tutorials, seminars, workshops, or similar activities ; and b) 94 hours of independent student research, reading, and writing.
Mark Hallerberg; Jeffrey Kucik; Bumba Mukherjee. 2019. Issues of International Political Economy. Oxford: Oxford University Press. In addition, articles from peer-reviewed journals and newspapers can be assigned. All readings will be available for download on Canvas.