MSB001-6 International Trade and Monetary Policy Coursework Brief

Unit learning outcomes

1. Critically assess international trade theories, ongoing debates, and the impact of the current trade environment on decisions, behaviour, and performance in international businesses.
2. Apply trade theory, relevant debates and models to examine international and European monetary systems and related policy issues/changes by using the appropriate presentation, writing and analytical skills.

What am I required to do in this assignment?

Element 1 (20%):

In recent decades, digital technologies have revolutionized global trade, creating new opportunities and challenges. Despite the ubiquity of digital tools, regulatory frameworks governing digital trade remain disjointed, impacting various parts of the supply chain differently. This assignment tasks you with conducting a comprehensive analysis of regulatory challenges in digital trade through a case study analysis.

Topic:

al Listen the podcast that is posted on BREO and prepare an individual analysis for the topic discussed in the podcast: ‘Navigating the Digital Trade Landscape: Challenges and Opportunities.

Assignment Structure:

Introduction (10%)

• Identification of Main Theoretical Concepts and Issues
• Summarize the main points discussed in the podcast
• Define digital trade and its significance in the global economy.
• Introduce theoretical concepts such as international trade theory, regulatory economics, and monetary systems as they apply to digital trade.
• Outline the main regulatory challenges faced by digital trade, including issues of jurisdiction, data privacy, intellectual property rights, and cybersecurity

Analysis and Evaluation of Main Issues/Problems (25%)

• Provide a detailed analysis of each regulatory challenge identified.
• Discuss the implications of these challenges on digital trade, both globally and within specific regions or industries.
• Use case studies or examples discussed in the podcast to illustrate these challenges.

Recommendations on Effective Solutions/Strategies (15%)

• Propose recommendations for addressing the regulatory challenges in digital trade:
• Legal and Regulatory Frameworks: Advocate for harmonized international regulations or agreements.
• Technological Solutions: Suggest innovations like blockchain or Al for regulatory compliance.
• Policy Recommendations: Discuss the role of governments and international organizations in facilitating digital trade.

Overall Presentation and Referencing (10%)

Ensure the essay is well-structured and coherent:

Structure: Organize the essay logically with clear sections and subheadings.
Clarity: Write clearly and concisely, avoiding jargon and ensuring all arguments are easy to follow.
In text citations: Use appropriate referencing throughout the essay to support arguments and cite sources from the podcast, academic literature, and regulatory documents