IGESS (Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences)

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ECN200CA(経済学 / Economics 200)
Japan and ASEAN Economy A

Manish SHARMA

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Faculty/Graduate school IGESS (Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences)
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Year 2021
Class code K6770
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Term 春学期授業/Spring
Day/Period 火1/Tue.1
Class Type
Campus 多摩
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Grade 2~4
Credit(s) 2
Notes
Open Program
Open Program (Notes)
Global Open Program
Interdepartmental class taking system for Academic Achievers
Interdepartmental class taking system for Academic Achievers (Notes)
Class taught by instructors with practical experience
SDGs CP
Urban Design CP
Diversity CP
Learning for the Future CP
Carbon Neutral CP
Chiyoda Campus Consortium
Category Advanced Courses/専門科目
Disciplinary Courses/IGESS科目
Ⅱ. Global Economy
Faculty Sponsored Department Economics

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Outline and objectives

After the second world war, Japan has followed a very distinct development path with unique economic policy choices and pragmatic state-led industrialization. This course intends to cover the influence of the Japanese economic model on remarkable patterns of development in South East Asia. Specifically, the course analyses the recent history of economic collaboration between Japan and ASEAN countries.

Each class consists of two parts: (1) lecture and (2) students' presentations of the assignment. At the end of the course, students are also required to submit a short report.

Goal

1.Introduce the historical economic perspective about Japan and ASEAN
2.Impart macro-economic tools to understand and analyze economic development in the region

Default language used in class

英語 / English

Method(s)(学期の途中で変更になる場合には、別途提示します。 /If the Method(s) is changed, we will announce the details of any changes. )

The class is designed to be:
1.Interactive: With a strong emphasis on student participation.
2. Up-to-date: With the real-time explanation of unfolding events.
3. Critical and Analytical: Understanding the whys and hows of the global economy.
4. Accessible: Breaking down the complex jargon in simple terms.

Each class consists of two parts: (1) lecture and (2) discussion. Active participation is required.

Two-Way Interaction:
Students will be able to partly design this course by participating in regular surveys and writing weekly posts on Hoppii. After the submission of each assignment, the instructor will give feedback or remedial explanation via an online forum and/or in the weekly session.

Active learning in class (Group discussion, Debate.etc.)

あり / Yes

Fieldwork in class

なし / No

Schedule

※各回の授業形態は予定です。教員の指示に従ってください。

1:INTRODUCTION

Overview and significance of the course

2:FLYING GEESE PARADIGM

East Asian Miracle; Critique of Akamatsu paradigm

3:STATE CAPITALISM

Definition; Theoretical framework; Historical precedents

4:THEORIES OF GOVERNANCE

Authoritarian developmentalism (Watanabe)

5:ASEAN PLUS 3

Mechanism, Economic cooperation; Trade and investment patterns

6:MODERNIZING JAPAN 1

Pre and post war economic policies; Zaibatsu to Keiretsu

7:MODERNIZING JAPAN 2

Role of MITI and other institutions; The Main Bank System

8:BRIEF HISTORY OF ASEAN

Colonial and cultural legacy

9:ECONOMIC POLICIES IN ASEAN

Monetary and fiscal policy

10:FINANCIAL SYSTEMS IN ASEAN

Institutional perspective

11:JAPAN IN ASEAN

Investment, trade and aid

12:ECONOMIC INTEGRATION

Prospects of convergence

13:ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN ASEAN

Economic and social indicators

14:JAPAN-ASEAN ECONOMIC TIES

Future bound perspective; Impact of trade war

Work to be done outside of class (preparation, etc.)

Students are expected to review class material, complete assignments, and find relevant material. Preparatory study and review time for this class are 2 hours each.

Textbooks

No textbook

References

A detailed reading list will be available on the course website.

Grading criteria

1. Contribution to the class discussion, surveys, and micro-presentations - 40% (In-class participation)
2. Weekly forum posts and discussions - 40% (Peer interactions on Hoppii)
3. Final Assignment - 20% (An essay. Details TBA)

Changes following student comments

Not Applicable

Others

1.The intensive perusal of the research and case material before each session is a prerequisite
2.The changes/ updates in the syllabus will be communicated to students during class 1