a) Write a report to examine how effective the (very) “Modern Theories of Trade” are as an explanation of world trade patterns in certain parts of the world (50% marks). b) Explain how these “partial” trade theories can be seen as better ways to explain modern trade patterns, using 2 country examples to illustrate your point (50% marks). Rubric for report submission; 1. This is a report to be produced in pairs (70% weight). 2. The assignment must have attached to it a completed Peer Assessment form, for the group report- see attached appendix 3. All the data and information you need to complete this assignment is in the public domain and is easily accessible via electronic means. 4. Your answer should be presented in report format. 5. Your report should be 3000 words (+/- 10%). (Excluding Appendices and Bibliography). 6. References should follow the Harvard formatting conventions, as noted in your programme handbooks. All reports should be fully supported with a relevant set of references/bibliography. 7. Submit your report to the Student advice Centre no later than 1 pm; Semester 2 – May 28 2017. 8. The marked work will be graded and your grade will be subject to ratification by the External Examiner at the Examination Board. 9. Formal grading descriptors for assignments are available in your programme handbook. 10. You are reminded of the University’s rules on plagiarism which are rigorously enforced. Please consult the student regulations and/or your programme leader for further details. 11. You will also be required to submit a copy via Turnitin on the modules blackboard site. Appendix 2 Faculty of Business and Law Session: 2016/17 MSc Elective: International Trade Theory and Policy Course work; Peer Assessment: Group Report Attended meetings Person 1. ALL/SOME/NONE Person 2. ALL/SOME/NONE Preparation effort (%) =100% Researching for suitable trade data (%) =100% Report writing (%) =100% If all group members contributed equally to the report, then give all an equal share (two members, 50% each). If you think that some members contributed more or less than others, then try to rate their level of contribution to the overall group effort, in percentage terms. Note that the group’s efforts, in total, must sum to 100%. Any substantial and clear variations in assessed contribution to the group will result in the adjustment of relative grades. Performance and Process Self-evaluation Rate the group’s success in researching and delivering the report: Excellent Good Average Below average Poor Research Production