This PhD-level course provides an in-depth, comparative analysis of financial markets in Asia and other major global economies. The course covers the historical evolution, structural frameworks, regulatory ecosystems, and recent developments shaping the financial landscapes across regions. It critically examines the interplay between monetary policy, foreign exchange regimes, and financial institutions such as banks, hedge funds, and real estate markets. Attention is given to trade dynamics, trade finance, and the role of foreign direct investment (FDI) in economic development. Students will gain analytical and practical insights into financial market integration, risk, crisis contagion, and policy coordination in the context of globalization and geopolitical shifts.

Managerial economics is a fundamental part of any business or management course. It is the application of economic methods in the managerial decision-making process. This course uses theories and existing business practices to explain the processes, issues, risks and benefits of guided decision making. As presented in detail in the Course Outline, it covers the a) theory of the firm; b) demand theory and estimation; c) production and cost theory and estimation; d) market structure and pricing; e) game theory;

f) investment analysis and government policy (Wilkinson, 2005). It uses case studies (of international concern) to further expose students in analyzing and understanding the technical and practical concepts presented in the lectures.

The lecture presentations focus more on the theories and practical concepts while simplifying the quantitative approach to analysis. It uses case studies of companies (with international coverage/market) as examples and basis for further study. Problem solving exercises are also used.

This course introduces the students to the application of microeconomic theories especially as it relates to the business decision maker. The course is based on the firm's market, distribution, and welfare economics. It encourages the students to relate basic economic concepts and theories to the realities in the local and international markets.

Managerial economics is a fundamental part of any business or management course. It is the application of economic methods in the managerial decision-making process. This course uses theories and existing business practices to explain the processes, issues, risks and benefits of guided decision making. As presented in detail in the Course Outline, it covers the a) theory of the firm; b) demand theory and estimation; c) production and cost theory and estimation; d) market structure and pricing; e) game theory;

f) investment analysis and government policy (Wilkinson, 2005). It uses case studies (of international concern) to further expose students in analyzing and understanding the technical and practical concepts presented in the lectures.

The lecture presentations focus more on the theories and practical concepts while simplifying the quantitative approach to analysis. It uses case studies of companies (with international coverage/market) as examples and basis for further study. Problem solving exercises are also used.