Global Development (Globalisation, Trade & Industry) (Taught)

MSc Global Development (Globalisation, Trade and Industry) offers an in-depth exploration of the dynamic and interrelated forces shaping industrial development, international trade policies, and globalisation.

By combining theoretical frameworks with practical applications, this course teaches students to understand and influence the global economic transformations that define today’s world.

Core Focus: Globalisation, Trade, and Industry

This course delves into the changing dynamics of cross-border trade, finance, and labour that are redefining the relationships between countries. By drawing from economics, sociology, political science, and international business, the course offers a comprehensive understanding of globalisation's development consequences.

Students critically assess:

• The impact of global value chains and the distribution of production across borders.

• Strategies for industrial development in emerging and developing economies.

• The implications of international trade policies for inequality, poverty alleviation, and sustainability.

• The role of multinational corporations and global financial systems in shaping development outcomes.

MSc Global Development (Globalisation, Trade and Industry) equips graduates to navigate and influence the complex and evolving global economic landscape.

By fostering a deep understanding of globalisation’s developmental consequences, the course prepares students to lead in crafting innovative and inclusive solutions to the challenges of today’s interconnected world.