POLI 3170

Focus on the political economy of Canadian trade policy. Exploration of political, economic, and institutional factors shaping Canada's participation in international agreements on trade and related issues. Examination of the interaction of regional, economic, intergovernmental, and societal factors with trade policies in Canadian domestic politics. Students will also be exposed to theoretical literature related to international political economy, public policy, Canadian federalism, and Canadian foreign policy. Prerequisite(s): One of Political Science 2110 or Global Business 3650 Equivalent: Political Science 3170/International Management 3170 (prior to 2025/2026); Political Science 3170/Management 3670 (prior to 2021/2022) Section information text: Note: Students must register in the cross-listed section of the course. Refer to cross-listed section for meeting time details.