日本語 English
| 開講年度/ Academic YearAcademic Year |
20252025 |
| 科目設置学部/ CollegeCollege |
経営学部/College of BusinessCollege of Business |
| 科目コード等/ Course CodeCourse Code |
BT177/BT177BT177 |
| テーマ・サブタイトル等/ Theme・SubtitleTheme・Subtitle |
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| 授業形態/ Class FormatClass Format |
対面（全回対面）/Face to face (all classes are face-to-face)Face to face (all classes are face-to-face) |
| 授業形態（補足事項）/ Class Format (Supplementary Items)Class Format (Supplementary Items) |
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| 授業形式/ Class StyleCampus |
講義/LectureLecture |
| 校地/ CampusCampus |
池袋/IkebukuroIkebukuro |
| 学期/ SemesterSemester |
春学期/Spring SemesterSpring Semester |
| 曜日時限・教室/ DayPeriod・RoomDayPeriod・Room |
水3/Wed.3 Wed.3 ログインして教室を表示する（Log in to view the classrooms.） |
| 単位/ CreditsCredits |
22 |
| 科目ナンバリング/ Course NumberCourse Number |
GBU3401 |
| 使用言語/ LanguageLanguage |
英語/EnglishEnglish |
| 履修登録方法/ Class Registration MethodClass Registration Method |
科目コード登録/Course Code RegistrationCourse Code Registration |
| 配当年次/ Assigned YearAssigned Year |
配当年次は開講学部のR Guideに掲載している科目表で確認してください。配当年次は開講学部のR Guideに掲載している科目表で確認してください。 |
| 先修規定/ Prerequisite RegulationsPrerequisite Regulations |
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| 他学部履修可否/ Acceptance of Other CollegesAcceptance of Other Colleges |
履修登録システムの『他学部・他研究科履修不許可科目一覧』で確認してください。 |
| 履修中止可否/ Course CancellationCourse Cancellation |
〇（履修中止可/ Eligible for cancellation） |
| オンライン授業60単位制限対象科目/ Online Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper LimitOnline Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper Limit |
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| 学位授与方針との関連/ Relationship with Degree PolicyRelationship with Degree Policy |
各授業科目は、学部・研究科の定める学位授与方針（DP）や教育課程編成の方針（CP）に基づき、カリキュラム上に配置されています。詳細はカリキュラム・マップで確認することができます。 |
| 備考/ NotesNotes |
This course aims to provide an understanding of the economic and business environments of Asian countries. Students will develop an understanding of the economic and business environments in Japan and East Asia, with a focus on key industries, trade patterns, and the role of government policy. In addition, students will gain the ability to analyze the export structures of East Asian countries, identifying the composition of exports and their impact on regional economic growth.
This course uses export dataset, and students will assess how East Asian countries leverage their comparative advantages and how these influence their positions in the global market. Specifically, this course teaches how to calculate and interpret Revealed Comparative Advantage (RCA) as a tool for evaluating the competitive advantage of countries in different industries. Concepts of path-dependent diversification and industrial development will be covered, and related literatures will be reviewed. Lastly, students will critically evaluate how international competitiveness of East Asian economies has changed over time with government policies.
This course will include frequent class discussions, and students are strongly encouraged to participate in the discussions.
| 1 | Course Introduction ・Overview of the economic geography of East Asia |
| 2 | International Trade Theory & FDI ・Comparative advantage, Factors of production, Relative price, Heckscher-Ohlin theory, International investment |
| 3 | Export Structures ・Analyzing the export structures of major East Asian economies: Japan, China, South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong ・Identification of key export sectors |
| 4 | Trade Data Analysis ・Introduction to trade databases and tools for export data analysis (e.g., UNCTAD, WTO, World Bank) ・Concept and theory of Revealed Comparative Advantage (RCA) ・Step-by-step guide on how to calculate RCA using export data ・Group formation for the mid-term presentation |
| 5 | Revealed Comparative Advantage (RCA) and Its Calculation ・Hands-on exercises: Calculate RCA for East Asian countries in specific industries |
| 6 | Calculation (cont’d) and Discussion ・Interpretation of RCA results and understanding its implications for economic strategy ・Preparation for Mid-term Presentation |
| 7 | Mid-term Presentation ・Group presentation on the comparative advantage of each country |
| 8 | Comparative Advantage and Export Specialization ・Understanding the relationship between comparative advantage and export specialization ・Case studies: How Japan’s technological exports, South Korea’s electronics, and China’s manufacturing exports align with their comparative advantages ・Identifying patterns of export diversification or concentration across East Asian economies ・Mid-term individual report due |
| 9 | Product Space ・Understanding the concepts of path-dependent capability development and trade diversification ・Reading: Hidalgo, C. A., Klinger, B., Barabási, A. L., & Hausmann, R. (2007). The product space conditions the development of nations. Science, 317(5837), 482-487. ・Group formation for the final presentation |
| 10 | Trade Policy, Government Intervention, and Export Strategy ・The role of government policies in shaping export structures (e.g., Japan’s industrial policy, China’s export-driven growth strategy). ・Trade agreements and regional economic frameworks: The influence of RCEP, ASEAN, and bilateral trade deals. ・How export structures are influenced by tariffs, subsidies, and trade negotiations. ・Reading: Lin, J., & Chang, H. J. (2009). Should Industrial Policy in developing countries conform to comparative advantage or defy it? A debate between Justin Lin and Ha‐Joon Chang. Development policy review, 27(5), 483-502. |
| 11 | Limitations of path-dependence theory and product space ・Path-dependent and path-defying patterns of diversification ・Reading: Eum, W., & Lee, J. D. (2022). The co-evolution of production and technological capabilities during industrial development. Structural Change and Economic Dynamics, 63, 454-469. |
| 12 | Global Competitiveness and Industry Shifts ・The impact of globalization, technological innovation, and shifting supply chains on East Asian exports. ・Emerging sectors: The shift towards green technologies, digital services, and the knowledge economy. ・Preparation for the final presentation |
| 13 | Final Presentation (First half) ・Final project presentations on comparative advantage identification and policy analysis (First half of the groups) |
| 14 | Final Presentation (Second half) ・Final project presentations on comparative advantage identification and policy analysis (Second half of the groups) ・Final individual report due |
板書 /Writing on the Board
スライド（パワーポイント等）の使用 /Slides (PowerPoint, etc.)
上記以外の視聴覚教材の使用 /Audiovisual Materials Other than Those Listed Above
個人発表 /Individual Presentations
グループ発表 /Group Presentations
ディスカッション・ディベート /Discussion/Debate
実技・実習・実験 /Practicum/Experiments/Practical Training
学内の教室外施設の利用 /Use of On-Campus Facilities Outside the Classroom
校外実習・フィールドワーク /Field Work
上記いずれも用いない予定 /None of the above
The assigned reading and preparation must be done outside of class on an individual basis. Presentation groups are strongly encouraged to arrange an office hour with the instructor before the group presentations and receive feedback.
| 種類 (Kind) | 割合 (%) | 基準 (Criteria) |
|---|---|---|
| 平常点 (In-class Points) | 100 |
Class participation (30%) Mid-term group presentation (10%) Mid-term individual report (10%) Final group presentation (30%) Final individual report (20%) |
| 備考 (Notes) | ||
| Class participation: Attendance, participation in group discussion, questions, etc. Mid-term group presentation: 10-15 min group presentation on RCA results Mid-term individual report: 1-page analysis (excluding figures) on RCA results Final group presentation: 20-25 min group presentation on comparative advantage and policies Final individual report: 2-page analysis (excluding figures) on comparative advantage and policies, with reference to the literature covered during classes | ||
| その他 (Others) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture slides will be uploaded on the course website. |
No prerequisites.
Students should bring their personal computers with Excel to every class.
This course aims to provide an understanding of the economic and business environments of Asian countries. Students will develop an understanding of the economic and business environments in Japan and East Asia, with a focus on key industries, trade patterns, and the role of government policy. In addition, students will gain the ability to analyze the export structures of East Asian countries, identifying the composition of exports and their impact on regional economic growth.
This course uses export dataset, and students will assess how East Asian countries leverage their comparative advantages and how these influence their positions in the global market. Specifically, this course teaches how to calculate and interpret Revealed Comparative Advantage (RCA) as a tool for evaluating the competitive advantage of countries in different industries. Concepts of path-dependent diversification and industrial development will be covered, and related literatures will be reviewed. Lastly, students will critically evaluate how international competitiveness of East Asian economies has changed over time with government policies.
This course will include frequent class discussions, and students are strongly encouraged to participate in the discussions.
| 1 | Course Introduction ・Overview of the economic geography of East Asia |
| 2 | International Trade Theory & FDI ・Comparative advantage, Factors of production, Relative price, Heckscher-Ohlin theory, International investment |
| 3 | Export Structures ・Analyzing the export structures of major East Asian economies: Japan, China, South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong ・Identification of key export sectors |
| 4 | Trade Data Analysis ・Introduction to trade databases and tools for export data analysis (e.g., UNCTAD, WTO, World Bank) ・Concept and theory of Revealed Comparative Advantage (RCA) ・Step-by-step guide on how to calculate RCA using export data ・Group formation for the mid-term presentation |
| 5 | Revealed Comparative Advantage (RCA) and Its Calculation ・Hands-on exercises: Calculate RCA for East Asian countries in specific industries |
| 6 | Calculation (cont’d) and Discussion ・Interpretation of RCA results and understanding its implications for economic strategy ・Preparation for Mid-term Presentation |
| 7 | Mid-term Presentation ・Group presentation on the comparative advantage of each country |
| 8 | Comparative Advantage and Export Specialization ・Understanding the relationship between comparative advantage and export specialization ・Case studies: How Japan’s technological exports, South Korea’s electronics, and China’s manufacturing exports align with their comparative advantages ・Identifying patterns of export diversification or concentration across East Asian economies ・Mid-term individual report due |
| 9 | Product Space ・Understanding the concepts of path-dependent capability development and trade diversification ・Reading: Hidalgo, C. A., Klinger, B., Barabási, A. L., & Hausmann, R. (2007). The product space conditions the development of nations. Science, 317(5837), 482-487. ・Group formation for the final presentation |
| 10 | Trade Policy, Government Intervention, and Export Strategy ・The role of government policies in shaping export structures (e.g., Japan’s industrial policy, China’s export-driven growth strategy). ・Trade agreements and regional economic frameworks: The influence of RCEP, ASEAN, and bilateral trade deals. ・How export structures are influenced by tariffs, subsidies, and trade negotiations. ・Reading: Lin, J., & Chang, H. J. (2009). Should Industrial Policy in developing countries conform to comparative advantage or defy it? A debate between Justin Lin and Ha‐Joon Chang. Development policy review, 27(5), 483-502. |
| 11 | Limitations of path-dependence theory and product space ・Path-dependent and path-defying patterns of diversification ・Reading: Eum, W., & Lee, J. D. (2022). The co-evolution of production and technological capabilities during industrial development. Structural Change and Economic Dynamics, 63, 454-469. |
| 12 | Global Competitiveness and Industry Shifts ・The impact of globalization, technological innovation, and shifting supply chains on East Asian exports. ・Emerging sectors: The shift towards green technologies, digital services, and the knowledge economy. ・Preparation for the final presentation |
| 13 | Final Presentation (First half) ・Final project presentations on comparative advantage identification and policy analysis (First half of the groups) |
| 14 | Final Presentation (Second half) ・Final project presentations on comparative advantage identification and policy analysis (Second half of the groups) ・Final individual report due |
板書 /Writing on the Board
スライド（パワーポイント等）の使用 /Slides (PowerPoint, etc.)
上記以外の視聴覚教材の使用 /Audiovisual Materials Other than Those Listed Above
個人発表 /Individual Presentations
グループ発表 /Group Presentations
ディスカッション・ディベート /Discussion/Debate
実技・実習・実験 /Practicum/Experiments/Practical Training
学内の教室外施設の利用 /Use of On-Campus Facilities Outside the Classroom
校外実習・フィールドワーク /Field Work
上記いずれも用いない予定 /None of the above
The assigned reading and preparation must be done outside of class on an individual basis. Presentation groups are strongly encouraged to arrange an office hour with the instructor before the group presentations and receive feedback.
| 種類 (Kind) | 割合 (%) | 基準 (Criteria) |
|---|---|---|
| 平常点 (In-class Points) | 100 |
Class participation (30%) Mid-term group presentation (10%) Mid-term individual report (10%) Final group presentation (30%) Final individual report (20%) |
| 備考 (Notes) | ||
| Class participation: Attendance, participation in group discussion, questions, etc. Mid-term group presentation: 10-15 min group presentation on RCA results Mid-term individual report: 1-page analysis (excluding figures) on RCA results Final group presentation: 20-25 min group presentation on comparative advantage and policies Final individual report: 2-page analysis (excluding figures) on comparative advantage and policies, with reference to the literature covered during classes | ||
| その他 (Others) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture slides will be uploaded on the course website. |
No prerequisites.
Students should bring their personal computers with Excel to every class.