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Module (6 Credits)
Economics of European Integration
- Name in diploma supplement
- Economics of European Integration
- Responsible
- Prof. Dr. Volker Clausen
- Admission criteria
- See exam regulations.
- Workload
- 180 hours of student workload, in detail:
- Attendance: 60 hours
- Preparation, follow up: 80 hours
- Exam preparation: 40 hours
- Duration
- The module takes 1 semester(s).
- Qualification Targets
The students
- understand the microeconomic foundations of European integration
- analyze trade policy impacts and tariff regulations graphically and verbally
- acquire knowledge of labor market integration and migration dynamics
- assess the role of EU policies in competition, state aid regulation and international trade
- examine the role of economic integration in regional development and factor market efficiency
- Relevance
The module is highly relevant for careers in economic policy, international organizations and financial institutions, as it provides essential knowledge of European economic structures, trade policy and labor markets. The microeconomic aspects of European integration are key to analyzing market structures, assessing policy impacts and making informed decisions in a global economy.
- Module Exam
Final written exam (typically 60-90 minutes).
- Usage in different degree programs
- Elements
Lecture (3 Credits)
Economics of European Integration
- Name in diploma supplement
- Economics of European Integration
- Organisational Unit
- Lehrstuhl für VWL, insb. Internationale Wirtschaftsbeziehungen
- Lecturers
- Prof. Dr. Volker Clausen
- Cycle
- irregular
- SPW
- 2
- Language
- English
- Explanation for irregular cycle
- Die Veranstaltung wird einmalig im Sommersemester 2025 angeboten.
- Participants at most
- no limit
- Participants
- see module
Preliminary knowledge
Basic knowledge of economics, as covered in the introductory economics course.
Abstract
This module examines the microeconomic foundations of European integration, from its historical origins to the policies shaping today’s EU. It explores how trade liberalization, competition policy and factor market integration have influenced economic development and market dynamics across member states. Key topics include tariff regulations, labor mobility, regional policy and the role of state aid and agriculture in integration. By studying these processes, students will gain a deeper understanding of how economic policies drive European integration and affect businesses, workers and consumers.
Contents
- Historical and institutional foundations of European integration
- Market integration, trade policy and economic geography
- Labor markets, migration and sectoral policies
- EU competition, state aid regulation and regulatory policies
Literature
- Baldwin, R. and Wyplosz, C. (2022) The Economics of European Integration 7e (7th ed.), McGraw-Hill UK Higher Ed.
- Neal, L. (2007) The Economics of Europe and the European Union, Cambridge University Press
Teaching concept
The course are organized as lectures with an additional class. The class comprises problem sets and interactive discussions.
Exercise (3 Credits)
Economics of European Integration
- Name in diploma supplement
- Economics of European Integration
- Organisational Unit
- Lehrstuhl für VWL, insb. Internationale Wirtschaftsbeziehungen
- Lecturers
- Prof. Dr. Volker Clausen
- Cycle
- irregular
- SPW
- 2
- Language
- English
- Explanation for irregular cycle
- Die Veranstaltung wird einmalig im Sommersemester 2025 angeboten.
- Participants at most
- no limit
- Participants
- see module
Preliminary knowledge
siehe Vorlesung
Contents
- Practical application of lecture content through exercises and case studies.
- Self-assessment and consolidation of knowledge through problem sets and interactive discussions.
Literature
siehe Vorlesung