University of Port Harcourt

M.SC PROGRAMME IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT

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Graduate Courses:

An original M.Sc. Thesis is required for graduation.

Duration: This is an 18-months programme. The participants will pursue a   programme rich in practical, technical, theoretical and quantitative content. It includes fieldwork, research and completion of a thesis.

Teaching Arrangement

Industry/Professional Bodies will teach 20% of the courses
Academic Institutions will teach 80% of the courses 

AFILIATED FACULTY

1.       Prof. W. J. Okowa                    Dept of Economics, Uniport

2.       Prof. A. N. Gbosi                      Dept of Economics, Uniport

3.       Prof. O. Onuchuku                    Dept of Economics, Uniport

4.       Prof. L. Ohale                           Dept of Economics, Uniport

5.       Prof. C. Ezirim                          Dept. of Finance & Banking, Uniport

6.       Prof. S. Arokoyu                       Dept of Geog. & Environmental Mgt, Uniport

7.       Prof. O. C. Nwogu                     Dept of Political & Admin. Studies Uniport

8.       Prof. S. Kalu                             Dept of Marketing, Uniport

9.       Dr. G. Oboforibo                        Dept of Political & Admin. Studies, Uniport

10.     Dr. K. Orji (Asso. Prof.)              Rivers State University of Education

INDUSTRY RESOURCE PERSONS

1.       Dr. G. Kalio                              Central Bank of Nigeria

2.       Dr. G. G. Obideyi                      ECOWAS Commission

3.       Dr. O. O. Nelson                       African Business Round Table

4.       A.  C. Dagogo George Esq.        King Solomon Chambers

5.       Dr. E. M. Abolo                         Nigeria Export –Import Bank

6.       Prof. L. Lambo                          ECOWAS Commission

7.       Dr. (Mrs.) O. Ejimedia               Central Bank of Nigeria

Course Description:

ITD 600.1    MICROECONOMIC ANALYSIS

This course is designed to deepen and widen the critical and analytical understanding of theoretical and methodological issues in microeconomics. It also addresses the basic questions of resource allocation within our society and the appropriate role of government intervention in the economy.

ITD 610.1    ECONOMETRICS

This course is designed to provide students with the quantitative skills needed in understanding and application of mathematical reasoning and methods in economics. Topics such as the nature and scope of econometrics and methodology will be examined in the course.

ITD 620.1    INTERNATIONAL TRADE THEORY AND POLICY         

Over the past two decades, there have been fundamental structural changes in the global economy. These changes include trade and payments liberalization, globalization and rapid integration of national economies. This course therefore, is designed to acquaint students with the basic theories of international trade and policies.

ITD 630.1    DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS

This course is intended to survey the basic literature in development economics. It covers the general approaches to the development process, methodological issues, measuring economic development and problems and policies of development.

ITD 640.1    INTERNATIONAL FINANCE

The objective of this course is to acquaint students with the various theories and policies of international finance. The role of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) the World Bank, World Bank Group and the African Development Bank (ADB) in mobilizing long-term funds for rapid economic growth and development will also be examined in the course.

ITD 650.1    INTERNATIONAL LAW

All countries regulate trade. The objective of this course is to acquaint students with various international laws that are used to regulate the mobility of labour and capital among nations. Issues relating to immigration, regulation and nationalization and international dispute resolution will also be covered in the course.

ITD 660.1    DEVELOPMENT FINANCE

Foreign capital plays an important role in the development process and tax incentives may be helpful in channeling it to the users which desire it for the development of their country. This course will therefore focus on the ingredients of development – capital formation, technology, enterprise and efficiency. It will also examine the incentives which countries apply to attract foreign capital and promote exports.

ITD 670.1    HISTORY OF AFRICAN TRADE

The objective of this course is to introduce students to the historical development of trade in Africa. The prospects and challenges in African trade will also be examined in the course.

ITD 600.2    MACROECONOMICS ANALYSIS

Macroeconomics studies the functioning of the economy as a whole. Therefore, the main objective of this course is to enable students have a good understanding of macroeconomic theory and policy. Macroeconomic problems and policies including the tools used in stabilizing the macro economy are also explored in the course.

ITD 610.2    REGIONAL ECONOMIC CO-OPERATION AND INTEGRATION

Any form of external economic relations is regarded as a form of economic and monetary co-operation. Therefore, this course is designed to enable students have a broader knowledge of regional economic and monetary co-operation concepts including preferential Trade Agreement, Free Trade Area, Customs Union, Common Market and Economic Union.

ITD 620.2 INTERNATIONAL TRADE ORGANIZATIONS

Several international trade organizations have been established to facilitate the free flow of goods and services among nations. These international trade organizations include the World Trade Organization (WTO), General Agreement on Tariff and Trade (GATT). The purpose of this course is to examine the economic and political roles of these organizations. In addition, the role of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) will be critically examined.

ITD 630.2    RESEARCH METHODOLOGY  

This course is designed to assist students acquire skills and techniques used in analyzing broad economic and social data.

ITD 640.2    REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

This course involves a discussion of the concepts of development and dependency theories as they apply to regional development planning. It also covers an overview of economic and related theories and policies of regional development planning.

ITD 650.2    TRADE NEGOTIATIONS

Traditionally, international trade analysis had focused primarily on the transfer of physical goods from one country to another. But in recent times, the emphasis is on trade in services. Trade in services also plays a major role in the process of economic progress especially in developing countries. This course therefore, examines the objectives of international trade negotiations, types of trade negotiations and the legal dimension of trade negotiations.

ITD 660.2    INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

This course is designed to acquaint students with various theories of international relations. It will expose also the distribution of power, interactions among nations, national interest and instruments of foreign policy.

ITD 670.2    INTERNATIONAL MARKETING

The objective of this course is to acquaint students with basic international marketing concepts. It will also cover planning of international marketing operations, evaluating international markets and environmental factors in international marketing.

ITD 680.2    THE M.SC THESIS

An original thesis is required of all students in accordance with the general regulations of the school of post-graduate studies.  

Course Modules and Credit Unit:

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