Youth Programme: International Economics and Finance

COURSE OBJECTIVES

This course aims to highlight the major economic problems that characterize the present-day developing countries with special reference to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and East Asian nations. While the problems and issues are brought out in a non-technical fashion, the relevant policies are discussed with the help of appropriate empirical evidence so as to allow the students to gauge the extent of success achieved by various policies.

The course is likely to impart useful knowledge and information on the prime development issues that concern the developing world today. After the successful completion of the course, students should be able to identify the main problems that are currently faced in the developing countries and would be able to make some policy suggestions in dealing with these problems. They will also gain some useful experience on the economic development of Singapore.

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Acquire knowledge and a broad awareness of the various economic issues faced by the developing countries, in particular countries in this region;
  • Understand how policies are implemented in developing countries to meet specified goals and objectives;
  • Apply the knowledge gained and make suggestions in dealing with the issues faced by the developing countries or their country of origin;
  • Cultivate a deeper interest in current world affairs, such as the financial crisis and international trade;
  • Analyse how the knowledge gained can help prepare you for the marketplace upon graduation.

Who Should Attend

High School, Pre-University students (15 - 18 years old), or Undergraduate students who have an interest in economics issues and relevant policy practices. Students from High School/Pre-University should not be mixed with Undergraduate students.

Pre-Requisites

Students are required to have a basic understanding of economics terminologies.

Programme Schedule

For individuals interested in NUS SCALE Youth programmes, please click here to enquire.

For schools/companies interested in customised and/or group bookings, please click here.

Mode of Delivery

On-campus Programme: 15 hours of face-to-face teaching including a final project presentation.

Mode of Assessment

Students will be assessed via a variety of assignments and assessments:

  • Formative Quizzes (non-graded)
  • Group Presentation

COURSE INSTRUCTORS

Below are the faculty members who have developed the course, and taught the programme in the past (names are arranged in alphabetical order):

Speaker

Dr Connie Chung Wee-Wee

Adjunct Senior Lecturer

Department of Economics, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Dr Connie Chung Wee-Wee is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Economics. She teaches topics relating to Development Economics, the Singapore Economy and Business Economics. Dr Chung worked for a multinational corporation for 15 years in various sales, marketing, brand management and management positions, before joining NUS. She also had overseas assignments in China, Hong Kong SAR (China) and Vietnam.

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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Successful participants who complete all requirements of the programme including passing the assessment will receive a certificate of completion issued by NUS SCALE.
Certificate of Completion

A sample of the Certificate of Completion.

Assessment Report

A sample of assessment report.

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COMMENDATION LETTER

Participants from the project team with the highest score for the group project will also receive a commendation letter.

Commendation Letter

A sample of the Commendation Letter.

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SPEAK TO US

For enquiries, contact us through the following forms:

  • For individuals interested in NUS SCALE Youth programmes, please click here to enquire.
  • For schools/companies interested in customised and/or group bookings, please click here.
 
12 March 2025