EC431 – European Union Institutions, Economics and Policies
Bachelor of Science in Economics
Core Course
EC431 – European Union Institutions, Economics and Policies
Course Unit Code: EC431
Type Of Unit: Core
Level of Course Unit: First cycle
Year of Study: Fourth year
Semester: On demand
Number of ECTS Credits: 7.5
Class Contact Hours: 36
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites
None
Course Objectives
The objective of this course is to provide the theoretical knowledge of European Integration by focusing on EU common policies and on the monetary integration.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe and classify the basic economic policies of EU.
- Assess the strengths and the weaknesses of EU.
- Evaluate the consequences of European economic integration.
- Identify and explain the different integration stages, tools, and procedures.
- Elaborate on the current challenges facing the EU.
Course Content
Course Features
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures; in-class discussion and debates; in-class exercises; problem sets; team work
Assessment methods and criteria
20% Class participation (including written class quizzes) and problem sets
30% Midterm
50% Final Exam
Language of Instruction
English
Readings
Textbooks:
1. Baldwin, R. and Wyplosz, C. (2019). The Economics of European Integration, 6th ed.
2. De Grauwe, P. (2020). Economics of Monetary Union, 13th ed.
English (UK) 
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