Word limit is 2000 words (+/- 10%) not including references. At least ten references should be provided other than those in the course reader; these can be books, academic journals, reports, commentaries, newspapers and other credible sources. Due date is Monday 13 April 2015, at 5 pm. Topic: A Brief History of Australia's Globalisation Build on our definition of economic globalisation (see lecture 1). Go back to 1788. Describe what has happened in Australia in terms of globalisation as we understand it. This is a history and does not require any theory or analysis. Supporting empirical data is encouraged. Identify the important points in the topic Depth of the analysis Logic and reasoning – does it make sense? Evidence of research – To what extent have you brought in relevant researched ideas and support? Writing – Quality of the assignment preparation (Spelling, grammar and appearance) Abstract Introduction A body with sub-sections Conclusion Tables/ figures Reference list Economic globalisation (Lecture 1) "The ongoing process of greater economic interdependence among countries, reflected in the increasing amount of cross-border trade in goods and services, the increasing volume of international financial flows and the increasing flows of labour." – Stanley Fischer (2003) Major characteristics of economic globalisation – Fading of all types of boundaries/barriers Internationalisation of business Expansion and intensification of business interdependence Homogenisation of tastes, products, services Mobility of economic resources