This course provides an introduction to the World Trade Organization (WTO). The main topics in this course include the basics of international trade theories and policies, the principles, nature, scope and structure of the WTO, the WTO's trade dispute settlement mechanism and the trade policy review mechanism, the WTO Agreements and their effects on world trade, including the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS), and the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS). The course will also examine the relationships between the multilateral trading system and the preferential trading arrangements, and the issues facing the global trading system.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of what is the World Trade Organisation (WTO), including its principles, nature, scope and structure
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of the main Agreements, including GATT, GATS and TRIPS, and their effects on world trade
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of the multilateral international agreements and decisions which WTO Member States are required to give effect to in developing their trade policies, legislation and practices
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of how the WTO works as a forum for multilateral trade negotiations, monitors national trade policies, and attempts to resolve trade disputes between Members
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of the relationship between the multilateral trade system and the preferential trading arrangements
- Demonstrate a strong ability to examine the main issues facing the global trading system
Indicative Assessment
- Multiple choice quizzes (20) [LO null]
- Short essay (30) [LO null]
- Final essay (50) [LO null]
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Workload
A standard workload for a 6 unit course is 130 hours including in-class time and independent study.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Prescribed Texts
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Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 14
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $4200 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $6000 |
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