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Globalization and European Economies D

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Semester & Location:

Spring 2026 - DIS Copenhagen
Type & Credits:

Core Course - 3 credits
Core Course Study Tours:

South Sweden & Portugal
Major Disciplines:

Economics, Finance, International Relations
Prerequisite:

One course in intermediate or advanced micro- or macroeconomics at university level.
Faculty Members:

Amanda Lapadat-Nordström (ALN)

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Time & Place:

Mondays and Thursdays 08:30-09:50

Classroom: V23-201

 Course Description

Globalization has been reshaping the world for many years now. What can economics say about the new (and old) consequences of globalization? In this course, we study the forces behind globalization. A special focus will be on Scandinavia, Europe and the EU, global competitiveness, and the present economic outlook.

We will examine consequences of economic integration; barriers of markets for goods and services; the factors of production; global financial flows and the impacts of increased interdependence in these markets for economic policy decisions in Europe and the world.

We will ask and discuss questions such as whether globalization promotes economic growth, how income distribution is affected, winners and losers of globalization, the promotion or harm to macroeconomic stability and how government institutions should or could adjust their powers and responsibilities.

We will go on study tours in Denmark and abroad and gain real-life perspectives from experts to the theories. The study tours will provide ample room for reflection outside of class rooms on the topics and theories studied in class. The course also includes guest lectures and relevant study visits

The course is focused on applied economics in the world we are living and therefore requires intermediate micro- or macroeconomics at university level as basis for understanding and discussions in class. 

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, students should be able to:

  • Reflect and think critically about globalization, the forces driving international trade and (de-)globalization
  • Analyze and compare how companies, countries and sectors compete and position themselves in a globalized world
  • Apply international trade theory to analyze and interpret global economics
  • Understand key aspects of European Integration and the institutions of the European Union.
  • Analyze and reflect on international investments, international capital flows and financial crisis
  • Analyze and reflect on how modern monetary policies impact financial flows, currencies and global economies
  • Evaluate different views on the process of globalization, European and global economics, the Euro and be able to argue and defend a position on a number of key issues debated in current news
  • Apply knowledge gained and work in a structured way with a research question

We encourage you to assume responsibility for your learning. Your teachers make an offer, but how much you will get out of it, depends on you. 

 

Faculty

Amanda Lapadat-Nordström

Masters International Business (Queen's University Canada, 2010). Expertise in Trade and FDI, International Business Development, SME advisory, Strategic Communications.

Consultant and Co-Founder, Do Business Nordic, 2020-Present. Commercial Manager Sweden, MG Real Estate, 2020-2022. FDI Advisor, Invest in Skåne, 2017-2020. Trade Advisor, The Trade Council, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Denmark in Canada, 2013-2017. Trade Journalist, Global Business Reports, 2011-2013. Strategic Communications Consultant, Kreab Worldwide London, 2010-2011. Global Programs, Blackberry, 2007-2009.

With DIS since 2023.

 

Course Requirements

This is an upper level economics class and requires that you have taken one semester each of micro- and macroeconomics at university level. Additionally, you must have taken one course in either intermediate or advanced macroeconomics.

Grading

Class engagement - Individual

(Includes overall participation, attendance, critical discussion, reflection activities for both in class and study visits)

25%

Quiz on trade theories - (Open Book Complete/Incomplete) - Individual

10%
FDI - Country risk analysis presentation - Group 

25%
Globalization Debate - Individual

10%

Globalization final project: Portugal Case  - (Presentation and Report) - Group 

30%

Your participation grade will be determined by 3 factors: attendance, preparedness for class, and pro active engagement in lectures, discussions and other class activities. You are required to attend each and every class. If you miss a class, you must contact your professor as soon as possible before the class begins and provide an explanation. The assigned readings for each lecture should be read prior to the lecture. We can randomly call on students to answer questions about the assigned readings and have unannounced class discussions or quizzes.

Here is a suggestion: as you read the assigned readings, write down 2 or 3 things that strike you about the reading, such as some key findings, interesting arguments, questions you have etc. Then review your notes once you arrive in class.

You are expected to pro actively engage in class by asking questions, making comments, sharing ideas, etc. Learning is a two way road and the more you participate in class, the more the instructors will learn about how well you understand the material being presented, how to tailor and focus the course material, etc.

An important component of your learning experience at DIS is the study tour visits we will undertake which are integrated into this course. In order to maximize the learning experience from the visits, there will be a study tour assignment connected with these visits. Further instructions on the study tour assignment will be posted early in the semester.

Readings:

Key reference books:

Given the topic’s rapid development and to keep discussions as relevant as possible, articles, papers, blogs, videos etc. will be uploaded as supplementary information sources.

 

Academic Regulations  

Please make sure to read the Academic Regulations on the DIS website. There you will find regulations on: 

 

DIS - Study Abroad in Scandinavia - www.DISabroad.org

 

 

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