EXAMINATION

Group Project

Lecturer’s Signature & full name

Program: VNU

Course Code: INS3019

Course Title: International Trade Management Lê Hương Linh

Level: Undergraduate Date: 26/3/2024

Time allowed: 7 days

Department’s Signature & full
Due date: name

Date: ………………………………

Instructions to students:

1. Opened-book and Research-Conduct Assignment

2. Submit your project as a hard copy (i.e., paper-based) to the Office of Academic Affairs
and a soft copy (i.e., docx) to MS Teams. The soft-copy version and hard-copy version
must be consistent. Any inconsistency will lead to the failure of your final project.
3. One-day late submission will be deducted 30% of the points. Then, additional 24 hours
late submission will be deducted additional 10% points. Anti-plagiarism regulation is
applied.
4. The file name is Group name _Course code (Example: Group 1_ INS3019_01).
5. The list of members’ names and IDs must be included in the report.

This exam paper contains 6 pages, including the cover page.

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 Final Exam Assignment
Aim: This assignment aims to assess International Trade Theories (Chapters 1,2,6,7,8) and
International Trade Policies (Chapters 9, 10, 11, 12) for the unit of study.
Nature of assessment: Group task (4-6 members)
Word limit: 4,000 words (+/- 10%) excluding tables and appendices
Marks allocated: 60%
Submission: Submission of soft-copy, double-spaced pages, and Word -version is
compulsory. The report should be in Times New Roman (12 points), with a 2.5 cm border on all
sides.
Extension: Any request for an extension must be provided to the unit convenor well before the
assignment due date and accompanied by medical certification or other relevant documentation.
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The Brief
Developing an in-depth international trade analysis
This assignment requires students to discuss and analyze international trade for a selected
economy and examine a country’s international trade policies.
Part 1: Trade Situation Analysis
In this section, select a country in Africa and cover the following:
Overview of the country’s international trade situation
Provide an overview analysis of the country's international trade situation in 2022 or 2023.
Conduct the following aspects (including but not limited to) major exports, import goods, and
major trading partners.
Based on the trade theories, including the gravity model and trade integration, please study the
determinants in the country’s trade with one of its major trading partners.
Use data to support analysis. Retrieve data from official/reliable sources like Trade Map
(trademap.org), WITS (wits.worldbank.org), the IMF, World Bank, OECD, National Customs
Offices, National Statistics Offices, official reports, etc. Students may also wish to apply graphs,
tables, etc.
For instance, if you choose South Africa, first describe its major exports and imports products,
major exporters, and importers. Second, you can select one trading partner of South Africa
among its major exporters or importers. Finally, apply trade theories, gravity model, and trade
integration to study the determinants in South Africa’s trade with the selected exporter or
importer regarding the type of products, value, trends in recent years, etc.

Part 2: International Trade Policy Analysis

In this section, select ONE topic from the following:
Topic 1: Trade Policy and Innovation

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The interaction between trade policy and innovation has garnered significant attention in recent
years. Trade agreements have the potential to both foster and hinder innovation ecosystems
globally. While they can facilitate the exchange of knowledge, technology, and goods, they may
pose challenges, such as intellectual property rights concerns and regulatory harmonization
issues. This assignment aims to explore the complexities of trade policy concerning innovation,
considering both its benefits and drawbacks.

Question: How do trade agreements impact innovation ecosystems, and what are the potential
benefits and drawbacks of using trade policy to promote innovation?

Topic 2: The Economic Advantages and Disadvantages of the Vietnam-US Bilateral Trade
Agreement (BTA) and Vietnam's WTO Accession

Prior to enacting the VN-US BTA, there was skepticism in Vietnam regarding its advantages,
given the distant, vast, and regulation-heavy nature of the US market. Conversely, there was
widespread optimism in Vietnam before its accession to the WTO in 2007, with many
anticipating positive transformations. However, the outcomes of these two events diverged
significantly from initial expectations. Vietnam witnessed a substantial increase in exports
shortly after implementing the BTA. Conversely, following its accession to the WTO in 2007,
Vietnam encountered an economic downturn characterized by escalating trade deficits, inflation,
soaring interest rates, and a currency depreciation of over 25% within two weeks in May 2008.

Question: Why did Vietnam benefit from the BTA but not from WTO accession?

Topic 3: Trade Policy and Terms of Trade Gain

Applying trade policy to enhance terms of trade gain is critical for nations engaging in
international trade. Terms of trade, representing the ratio of export prices to import prices,
directly impact a country's economic welfare and competitiveness. This assignment seeks to
explore the rationale behind applying trade policy to gain favorable terms of trade, considering
both theoretical principles and practical implications.

Question: Should nations actively apply trade policy measures to gain favorable terms of trade?
Analyze the potential benefits and risks associated with using trade policy to influence terms of
trade, considering factors such as economic efficiency, welfare implications, and countries'
strategic positioning in the global trade landscape.

Topic 4: Trade Policy and Economies of Scale

Economies of scale play a pivotal role in shaping the competitiveness and efficiency of firms in
international trade. Trade policies can significantly influence the extent to which economies of
scale are realized, impacting both domestic industries and global trade dynamics. This
assignment aims to explore the relationship between trade policy and economies of scale,
examining how trade policies can either facilitate or hinder the realization of economies of scale
and their implications for economic growth and welfare.

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Question:

Discuss the impact of trade policy on economies of scale. Evaluate how trade policies can affect
firms' ability to achieve economies of scale in production and distribution processes. Consider
the potential benefits and drawbacks of trade policies aimed at promoting or inhibiting
economies of scale and analyze their implications for domestic industries, international trade,
and overall economic performance.

What you need to do:

Step 1: Group Allocation
Spend some time networking with fellow students during and outside workshops to form a group
for this assignment (the 3-6-member group is recommended). You will need to create a team and
self-assign into one team.
It is recommended that an initial meeting be held to assign a Team Leader, set some basic
rules/expectations (grade aspirations, contributions, etc.), and discuss the assignment brief in
detail before allocating tasks among members. Each team member should take notes during
meetings.
Step 2: Research conduct
Conduct research by using the below eight stages (see the recommended text for detailed
analysis conducting stage descriptions):
1: Identify and develop your topic
2: Do a preliminary search for information
3: Locate materials
4: Evaluate your sources
5: Make notes
6: Write your paper
7: Cite your sources properly
8: Proofread

Recommended Structure:
Your assignment should be presented in report format and include numbered sections and
headings, such as below. The report must also be presented professionally in font size, spacing,
margins, design, and referencing.
Table of contents
Part 1: Introduce a country’s trade composition and major trading partners. Provide your
conclusion of the country’s comparative advantages, bilateral trade relations, and factors that
determine those relations based on the gravity model and trade integration.
Part 2: International trade policies

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2.1. Executive summary
 Summarize critical points from your assignment
 Contains 100 words
 Is NOT an overview of the conclusion of your report
2.2. Introduction
 Structure and scope of the report
 Research problem definition and framework, including the benefits of conducting
research.
 Issue description
2.3. Main Body Headings
 Use the eight stages of the research conducting framework as a guide.
2.4. Conclusion
 Summarize your report, including any clarification, explanation, and implications
You should not present any new information in this section of your report.
2.5. References (excluded from the word count)

 APA style of referencing (https://www.mendeley.com/guides/apa-citation-guide/)

 At least five academic journal articles (recommended 8 to 10) with high relevance.
 Other information (websites, newspaper articles, etc.).
Individual contribution
 Please elaborate on each member’s contribution to the assignment, including which
sections each member contributed to and the timeliness of your group work.
Word count: …words
Declaration and Statement of Authorship
All students must agree to the following declaration when submitting assessment items.
1. I/we have not impersonated or allowed myself/ourselves to be copied by any person
for this assessment.
2. This assessment is my/our original work; no part of it has been copied from any other
source except where due acknowledgment is made.
3. No part of this assessment has been written for me/us by any other person except
where such collaboration has been authorized by the lecturer/teacher concerned.
4. I/we have not previously submitted this work for a previous attempt of the unit,
another unit, or other studies at another institution.
5. I/we permit my/our assessment response to be reproduced, communicated, compared,
and archived for plagiarism detection, benchmarking, or educational purposes.
I/we understand that:

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  Plagiarism is the presentation of another person’s work, idea, or creation as your own.
It is a form of cheating and is a grave academic offense that may lead to exclusion
from the University.
 Plagiarized material may be drawn from published and unpublished written
documents, interpretations, computer software, designs, music, sounds, images,
photographs, and ideas or ideological frameworks gained through working with
another person or in a group.
 Plagiarized material can be drawn from and presented in written, graphic and visual
form, including electronic data and oral presentations. Plagiarism occurs when the
origin of the material used is not appropriately cited.
I/we agree and acknowledge that:
1. I/we have read and understood the Declaration and Statement of Authorship above.
2. I/We accept that using my university account to submit this assessment electronically
constitutes my agreement to the Declaration and Statement of Authorship.
3. If I/we disagree with the Declaration and Statement of Authorship. In this context, the
assessment outcome may not be valid for assessment purposes. Therefore, it may not
be included in my/our aggregate score for this unit.
Evaluation
Criteria Details Ratings
Trade situation Comprehensive and enlightening review of the trend. The study 30%
analysis highlights critical insights, which clarify the direction.
International trade Addresses all stages of the research conducted clearly and 30%
policy analysis professionally.
Structure and Detailed attention to formatting and stylistic choices. Creative, 20%
visualization visually engaging, and logically structured report
Quality of writing Uses sophisticated, expressive, and appropriate business language 10%
with no grammatical errors.
Sources and High-quality and credible sources with more than ten relevant 10%
evidence sources. Correct use of the APA style of referencing throughout the
report

Member A list of members’ jobs and tasks should be provided.

contribution

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