6WBS0034/6WBS0033 Issues in the Global Economy Coursework Assessment 2 Brief | UoH

6WBS0034/6WBS0033 Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding Assessed in this Assignment:

• Discuss most recent changes in the world economy.
• Highlight and assess the factors and developments which contributed to the process of globalisation.
• Analyse and evaluate the effects of globalisation on the economies of developed and developing nations.

Learning Outcomes: Skills and Attributes Assessed in this Assignment:

• Identify and evaluate the emerging economic challenges and opportunities presented through the effect of globalisation.
• Analyse and evaluate the effectiveness and implications of policies on emerging issues.

Transformational Opportunities:

• Use LinkedIn Learning to improve skills
• Creating a video presentation homes the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and engagingly, an essential skill in both academic and professional settings.
• Fostering a comprehensive understanding of globalisation’s effects on different economies.
• Foster critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Develop problem-solving and creativity to real-world problems.
• Emphasis on self-directed and directed independent study, fostering lifelong learning habits.
• Exploring the fundamental economic changes in the global economy and how global governance navigates the balance.
• Fostering a comprehensive understanding of globalisation’s effects on different economies.

Opportunities to apply knowledge and Problem-solving Skills to the Business World

• Performance will be assessed using HBS Grading Criteria (Rubric)
• Feedback for improvement will be given in writing via your Canvas module site within 4 weeks of submission

Lateness Penalty: For each day or part day up to five days after the published deadline, coursework relating to modules submitted late will have the numeric grade reduced by 10 grade points until or unless the numeric grade reaches the minimum pass mark (UG 40/PG 50). Where the numeric grade awarded for the assessment is less than the minimum pass mark, no lateness penalty will be applied. If the coursework is submitted more than 5 days after the published deadline, it will not be marked and a grade of zero will be awarded. Please note: Referred coursework submitted after the published deadline will be awarded a grade of zero (0).”

Extensions: Students do not have an automatic right to an extension. If you require an extension, this must be requested in advance of the submission deadline. Please give your reason(s) for needing an extension.

Detailed Brief for Individual / Team Assignment

Assignment Title:
Video Recording is one of these three options:

Narrated Poster

Narrated Presentation
Video Recording
(camera must remain on in all cases)

Title: Evaluating the Interplay between Trade Dynamics, Financial Globalisation, and Service Industries in Shaping Global Economic Patterns
Context: This video builds upon the concepts explored in Environment Policies and Global Governance (CWI) and expands the discussion by examining trade dynamics, financial globalisation, and the role of service industries in shaping global economic patterns.

You should discuss the following points:

• Start by introducing how this video recording will expand upon the concepts by examining the trade dynamics, the role of service industries.
• Discuss the evolution and the current state of international trade and how it has been influenced by financial globalisation. Connect this to development of the various, highlighting the role of industrial and agricultural trade, especially in developing countries.
• Explore how service industries have grown and their increasing importance in the global economy. Discuss how advantages in technology and communication have facilitated the growth.
• Analyse the process and impact of liberalising trade in services, including the challenges and opportunities it presents, particularly for developing countries.
• Delve deeper into the concept of financial globalisation, examine its historical context and current manifestations. Discuss how this has affected global economic patterns, capital flows, and investment strategies, particularly about trade in financial services.
• Summarise the interconnectedness of trade dynamics, service industry growth, and financial globalisation. Reflect on how those elements together influence global economic patterns.

Document to Submit on Canvas:

Submit one electronic copy via canvas. Choose a format in which to present your work from the list:

Video Recording: A video recording with a full script, including references, is required. The camera must remain on throughout the recording.

Narrated Presentation: A recorded narrated presentation, accompanied by a script with references, is required. The camera must remain on during the recording.

Narrated Poster: A narrated poster presentation with a recording and a detailed script, including references, is required. The camera must remain on during the recording.

Approach to the Assignment:

Introduction of the Presentation.

Introducing the title of your presentation. This sets the stage and informs your audience about the main focus and theme of your talk.

Content Originality and Personal Insight: Ensure the content of your video is predominantly in your own words, reflecting your understanding and personal insights on the topic. Originality is key, so aim to present unique perspectives or interpretations.

Accurate Referencing and Quotations: When referencing external sources, including textbooks and reports, adhere to the Harvard style of referencing. Keep any direct quotations short (preferably under ten words) and properly referenced. Rely on direct quotes sparingly to ensure the presentation primarily showcases your analysis and understanding.

Depth of Research: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the topic by referring to both suggested texts and additional sources you have researched yourself. This demonstrates a deeper engagement with the subject and enriches your presentation.

Presentation Delivery: Pay attention to your presentation skills. Speak, maintain a good pace, and use appropriate gestures and visual aids. Keep your audience engaged with a well-organised flow of information.

Closing Statement: Conclude your video with a summary of your key points and a reflective statement on how the discussion ties into broader economic patterns or principles.

Technical Aspects: Ensure good video and audio quality. Test your equipment beforehand, choose a quiet location, and consider the framing and lighting in your video.

Review and Edit: Before finalising your video, review it to ensure it is coherent, follows a logical structure, and accurately covers the required topics. Edit as needed for clarity and conciseness. Plus submit a document with the script including the list of references and in-text citation within the script.

Submission Compliance: Confirm that your submission adheres to the university’s regulations on original work and that all sources are appropriately acknowledged.

The Centre for Academic Skills Enhancement (CASE) provides a sample of this form of referencing. It is unlikely that these short quotations will exceed ten words. A paragraph which contains lengthy quotations will be marked down. Where you quote techniques and theories, they must be supported through adequate and rigorous referencing. It is expected that you will refer both to the suggested texts and further self-researched sources.

You may wish to check your draft for plagiarism by using the Turnitin system. This checks the originality of your work. Instructions will be provided on Canvas Module site in the Assignment section. University regulations are strictly applied in the area of plagiarism. When you submit your you will confirm the following: ‘I certify that this piece of assessment is my work, that it has not been copied from elsewhere, and that any extracts from books, papers, or other sources have been properly acknowledged as references or quotations’.

It is essential That You:

• Emphasise: In the video presentation, you should emphasise the profound impact of financial globalisation on shaping international trade patterns and the development of economies, particularly in the context of both industrial and agricultural sectors. Additionally, it’s crucial to highlight the pivotal role of service industries, accelerated by technological advancements, in driving economic growth and influencing global trade dynamics. These key elements build on the understanding from CWI, demonstrating the interconnected nature of global economic systems.
• Refer to the assessment guidelines for mark allocations. This is available in the module guide and at the end of this assignment. One of the most common causes of students failing to gain marks is failing to address all the requirements of an assignment.
• Do not exceed recording time should be 10 minutes (+/- 10%) given above. Please note that if work exceeds the +10% tolerance, we will stop marking at that point.
• Submit one electronic copy via Canvas using one of the following formats.
• Video Recording: A video recording with a full script, including references, is required. The camera must remain on throughout the recording.
• Narrated Presentation: A recorded narrated presentation, accompanied by a script with references, is required. The camera must remain on during the recording.
• Narrated Poster: A narrated poster presentation with a recording and a detailed script, including references, is required. The camera must remain on during the recording.
• Show your student ID number and/or name on cover slide.
• Make sure that you justify and explain your arguments.
• Use appropriate theories and tools to produce an in-depth argument.
• Use a variety of credible sources to support your argument (textbooks, journal articles, credible newspapers, statistical and industry data from credible sources). Minimum 12
• Students are asked to allow enough time for uploading their work before the deadline. Important: Video files are usually heavy; it might take more than one hour to be uploaded or more. Please do that ahead of the deadline.
• Any late submission would have a standard penalty of 10 points deducted for each day of late submission for up to 5 days, then a mark of 0 will be awarded.
• For more details on the marking scheme, please see the last page of this document: Issues in the Global Economy Grading Criteria, which will be used to mark your presentation and to return feedback.

Tips: always refer to the Assessment and grading criteria

You will be assessed on:

• Link to CWI and recap key points
• Clarity and engagement in introduction
• Understanding and expansion of concepts
• Linking to economic development
• Explanation of growth
• Impact of technology and communication
• Analysis of liberalisation process
• Discussion on challenges and opportunities
• Analysis of impact on global economics
• Depth of discussion on financial globalisation
• Summarisation of interconnectedness
• Reflection and critical thinking

Overall presentation skills (main requirements listed above)

• Presentation skills
• Logical flow and coherence
• Critical analysis and originality

Academic Integrity, Plagiarism and Essay Mills

• You are NOT allowed to copy any information into your assignment without using quotation marks and a reference – this is ‘plagiarism’ (a type of academic misconduct).
• You are NOT allowed to copy from other students (or allow other students to copy from you) – this is ‘collusion’.
• You are NOT allowed to copy from your assignments on other modules – this is ‘self-plagiarism’.
• You must NEVER buy assignments from websites (essay mills) – this is called ‘contract cheating’ and it is now illegal in the UK.
• If you commit academic misconduct, your mark will be reduced, and you will face disciplinary action for repeat offences.
• Contact academic-skills/clients.ac.uk if you are unsure of the rules or how to avoid academic misconduct, and you