Mid-term test (units 1-4; 60 minutes; 35%), final test (units 6-9; 60 minutes; 35%), one presentation (20%) and two home assignments (each 5%). A positive joint mid-term and
final test (50% threshold of total points) and a positive presentation are required for passing the class. There will be one retake exam at the end of term covering all units for those who
failed.
Presentations: at the end of the units 2-4 and 6-9: students present articles from magazines (e.g., The Economist) of their choice (related to international economics), 5-10 min. For each
presentation there will be assigned discussants and an open discussion.