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Unit Overview

Description

This unit consolidates and integrates learning from the Bachelor of Economics degree. Students will work collaboratively in teams to analyse and evaluate real current and topical economic issues. These may be informed by collaborating institutions in the private and public sectors. Students will be given the opportunity to demonstrate abilities in applying relevant theoretical understanding and practical data analysis skills obtained in prior coursework to produce valuable economic insights.

Credit
6 points
Offering
AvailabilityLocationMode
Not available in 2025UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 3 option in the Economics; Business Analytics major sequences
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) apply theoretical concepts to real-life economic issues; (2) analyse appropriate economic and social data; (3) design an economic report on a specific economic issue.; (4) demonstrate skills in teamwork and problem solving in real world scenarios; (5) demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills; and (6) reflect on performance feedback to identify and action learning opportunities and feedback.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) project; (2) reflective journal; and (3) participation. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Professor Jakob Madsen
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Successful completion of
96 points
and Enrolment in
BP013 Bachelor of Economics
or CM002 Bachelor of Economics and Master of Economics
or MJD-BUSAN Business Analytics
Contact hours
Up to three hours per week.
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.