325-226 Business and Economy in South East Asia

One of 325-102 Business in the Global Economy, 325-103 Managing in the Asia Pacific Region, 316-101 Introductory Macroeconomics or 316-102 Introductory Microeconomics or any subject listed in the Asian studies program offered by the Faculty of Arts.

This subject examines origins, impact and recovery from the recent economic crisis in Southeast Asia, the preceding era of high growth and Australia's involvement in the region. The main focus will be upon Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. Topics will include industrialisation and trade; labour force, industrial relations and education; financial liberalisation and foreign investment; urbanisation and the middle class; overseas Chinese and indigenous entrepreneurship; the development state; culture and business environment; and the Australian relationship with Southeast Asia.

A 2-hour end-of-semester examination (50%), written assignment(s) totalling not more than 3500 words (35%) and tutorial participation (15%).

• Business and Economy in Southeast Asia: Tutorial Readings. (details from the department).