A key learning objective is to equip students with the ability to critically assess and condense the underlying literature and to present the results coherently using the terminology and the toolkit of economics.

Teaching method(s): The course will take place in seminar format, i.e., with presentations by the participants and discussions (moderated by the lecturer) of the selected literature. Details will be provided at the kick-off meeting.In view of the seminar format, which includes intensive discussions, a maximum of eight participants will be accepted.

Current economic literature on the issues of globalization and the impact of technology on the economy and economic development. Detailed references will be added in due time.

Prior knowledge: Basic knowledge of – but more importantly – interest in economic topics in the widest sense and willingness to address new issues; willingness to look into economic models and methods.Prerequisites: Completion of the Micro- and Macroeconomics courses is most highly recommended.

Literature: Suggestions will be provided at the kick-off meeting. Strong preferences by the participants for specific topics can and will be handled flexibly.

Exam method(s): Presentation (70%) and active participation in the discussions (30%). The presentation documents („slides“, „Powerpoint“) will be included in the assessment of the presentation.The dates for the presentations will be agreed upon at the kick-off meeting.

Contents of the presentation topic(s) selected at the kick-off meeting.

Presentation (70%) and active participation in the discussions (30%). The presentation documents („slides“, „Powerpoint“) will be included in the assessment of the presentation.