International Economics, Global Edition -- MyLab Economics with Pearson eText
8th Edition
Published on 17. November 2022
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4 pages
978-1-292-43407-0 (ISBN)
Description
For courses in international economics.
An introduction to international economics through accessible writing and real-life applications
A principles--level introduction that's accessible to students of all majors, International Economics uses real-life applications to cover both the macro and micro components of international economics. The text illuminates economic institutions and policies, as well as recent developments in the global economy, without requiring the use of higher--level math. In addition, the 8th Edition includes a number of enhancements, such as updated tables and graphs, new case studies, and revised discussion of relevant topics to keep students up-to-speed on the economic world around them.
An introduction to international economics through accessible writing and real-life applications
A principles--level introduction that's accessible to students of all majors, International Economics uses real-life applications to cover both the macro and micro components of international economics. The text illuminates economic institutions and policies, as well as recent developments in the global economy, without requiring the use of higher--level math. In addition, the 8th Edition includes a number of enhancements, such as updated tables and graphs, new case studies, and revised discussion of relevant topics to keep students up-to-speed on the economic world around them.
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Edition
8th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Harlow
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 1 mm
Width: 1 mm
Weight
10 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-292-43407-0 (9781292434070)
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About our author Dr. James Gerber taught Economics at San Diego State University for more than 3 decades. In addition to his role in the Economics Department, at different times he served as the Director of the university's National Resource Center for Latin American Studies and as the Director of the International Business Program. In 2008 he co-authored the economic history Fifty Years of Change on the US-Mexico Border and his most recent book, A Great Deal of Ruin: Financial Crises since 1929 was published in 2019. His current research is primarily focused on the history of US-Mexico economic relations. He has been a visiting professor in universities in Canada and Mexico.
Content
PART 1: INTRODUCTION AND INSTITUTIONS
An Introduction to the World Economy
International Economic Institutions Since World War II
PART 2: INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Comparative Advantage and the Gains from Trade
Comparative Advantage and Factor Endowments
Beyond Comparative Advantage
The Theory of Tariffs and Quotas
Commercial Policy
International Trade and Labor and Environmental Standards
PART 3: INTERNATIONAL FINANCE
Trade and the Balance of Payments
Exchange Rates and Exchange Rate Systems
An Introduction to Open Economy Macroeconomics
International Financial Crises
PART 4: REGIONAL ISSUES IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY
The United States in the World Economy
The European Union: Many Markets into One
Trade and Policy Reform in Latin America
Export-Oriented Growth in East Asia
China and India in the World Economy
An Introduction to the World Economy
International Economic Institutions Since World War II
PART 2: INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Comparative Advantage and the Gains from Trade
Comparative Advantage and Factor Endowments
Beyond Comparative Advantage
The Theory of Tariffs and Quotas
Commercial Policy
International Trade and Labor and Environmental Standards
PART 3: INTERNATIONAL FINANCE
Trade and the Balance of Payments
Exchange Rates and Exchange Rate Systems
An Introduction to Open Economy Macroeconomics
International Financial Crises
PART 4: REGIONAL ISSUES IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY
The United States in the World Economy
The European Union: Many Markets into One
Trade and Policy Reform in Latin America
Export-Oriented Growth in East Asia
China and India in the World Economy