Carleton University · ECON 3601

Introduction to International Trade

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

An extension of the basic principles of economics to international trade. Topics covered include the theory of international specialization, tariffs and other barriers to trade, trade liberalization and economic integration, international movements of labour and capital, trade and development.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): ECON 1001 or ECON 1000 or FYSM 1003 .

Conditions and arrangements

  • Precludes additional credit for Precludes additional credit for ECON 3600 (no longer offered).
  • Prerequisite(s): ECON 1001 or ECON 1000 or FYSM 1003 .
  • Lectures three hours a week.
Reference text in its original language

An extension of the basic principles of economics to international trade. Topics covered include the theory of international specialization, tariffs and other barriers to trade, trade liberalization and economic integration, international movements of labour and capital, trade and development.

  • Prerequisite(s): ECON 1001 or ECON 1000 or FYSM 1003 .
  • Precludes additional credit for Precludes additional credit for ECON 3600 (no longer offered).
  • Lectures three hours a week.

Sources and references

Dates and sources are retained to help you verify the information. Translations are provided to facilitate reading; the official source governs conditions and requirements.

Source reference : https://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/courses/ECON/

International students Current rules

The rules for studying in Canada.

Study permits, proof of funds, Québec requirements, work and options after graduation: explore the steps, amounts and tables in our complete guide.

Guide currently in French
Read the guide

Write to StudyCanada

Your plans or a question: let’s continue the conversation by email.

We will use these details to reply to your enquiry. Privacy

This form contacts StudyCanada. To contact this institution, use the details on its profile.