Global Economics - Sophomore

urse # HUSS 2041

Credits 3

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites: None

Course Description

This course focuses on practical aspects of individual and collective life that sociological research helps us understand better. It introduces basic sociological categories such as social action, role, expectation, identity, group, community, institution, network, etc. We discuss major approaches in sociological analysis and try to use their perspectives in dealing with everyday concerns such as bringing up children, managing an enterprise, committing to a political cause, engaging in economic activities, adapting to a world of globalization and digitalization. We explore how sociology helps us address pressing issues of inequality, intolerance, various forms of violence, and climate change. The course is designed to involve students actively in producing sociologically informed projects that will be relevant for their future careers.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the students are expected to:

• Deploy sociological imagination and recognize patterns in individual and collective activities with the use of such concepts as social order and social change;
• Analyze how individuals are shaped through basic social interaction on a microlevel in families, peer groups, and organizations;
• Explain what is meant by the social institution and how institutions affect everyday interactions;
• Discuss the pressing issues in the development of large complex societies from the perspectives of macrosociological analysis;
• Organize collective work in project teams with members of different cultural and educational backgrounds, give and receive critical feedback among peers ethically and respectfully.

Course Assessments and Grading

Course # HUSS 2072

Credits 3

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites: None

Course Description

World Politics is in transition, and it is vividly observed that the modern state and the international system of modern states loom over all our lives. This is true in advanced industrial democracies, developing countries, and in the varied Central Asian context. But what is the state, and how is it organized? In this course, students learn what states do, and why they sometimes perform their functions effectively, while at other times they perform their functions less effectively. The course focuses on how some states successfully provide security, stability, infrastructure, education, and modernization, whereas others fail to do so. The course also explores the way in which the conditions of globalization resulting in growing complex interdependence and transnational relations may be impacting states in new ways. This includes addressing the daunting questions, like to what extent do states react to challenges and opportunities of global interdependence? What role do states see in response to the rise of transnational actors that affect the behavior, autonomy and power of states?

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the students are expected to:

• Describe the form(s) and function(s) of the state that distinguish it from other entities
• Describe how states behave in the international system of states
• Explore the variety of states in relation to local context and diverse legacies in the context
• Explain the role legitimacy and norms play in statehood
• Explore the ways in which states interact with and impact societies
• Analyze the varied impact of globalization on states
• Examine case studies of states navigating global challenges.
• Develop critical thinking skills in evaluating state responses to global issues.

Course Assessments and Grading

Course # HUSS 2061

Credits 3

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites: None

Course Description

This Law course is specifically designed for students majoring in Global Economics and Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Central Asia's Khorog Campus in Tajikistan. Students will explore foundational concepts of international law, trade and contract law, and environmental law. 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

• Describe and compare major legal systems in Central Asia;
• Use legal reasoning and analysis techniques to evaluate issues, formulate sound arguments and reach well-reasoned conclusions;
• Read, negotiate and draft a contract; and
• Analyze the international community’s legal response of treaties against climate change and protecting freshwater resources.

Course Assessments and Grading

Course # ECON 2002

Credits 6

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites: Introduction to Macroeconomics

Course Description

Intermediate macroeconomics is a one-semester course delivered for second-year UCA students. The course examines the most compelling and influential theories of aggregate output determination, inflation and unemployment in a mixed economy. It develops students’ aggregate thinking by providing a consistent microeconomics-based framework for understanding the main macroeconomic facts and events. The course enables students to employ the proper models to solve macroeconomic problems and justify relevant policies both in the medium-run and in the long-run.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion the course students should be able to:

• Define the main macroeconomic problems of monetary and fiscal policy and identify the cross-country differences in levels and growth rates of GDP per capita;
• Describe the models and methods used in the macroeconomic analysis of the short-run and medium-run fluctuations and the long-run dynamics;
• Apply proper analytical models to solve typical macroeconomic problems;
• Justify positive macroeconomic policy propositions through the lenses of appropriate theories;
• Assess the potential and limitations of the macroeconomic models and critically evaluate confronting theories;
• Develop a relevant macroeconomic model to illustrate real-life phenomena through applying good group working practices.

Course Assessments and Grading

Course # ECON 2003

Credits 6

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites: Calculus, Linear Algebra, Introductory Statistics.

Course Description

Econometrics I is an introductory course designed to equip students with essential tools and techniques to analyze real-world economic and social phenomena. The course strikes a balance between theoretical foundations and practical applications, preparing students to conduct research and solve applied problems using econometric methods. Students explore the process of formulating research questions, selecting appropriate proxy variables, and identifying suitable econometric models for analysis. The course covers both linear regression models and discrete choice models, which are widely used in economics and management studies. Emphasis is placed on applying these methods to analyze and interpret quantitative data, including practical training in the programming language R. By the end of the course, students will be capable of estimating economic parameters, testing hypotheses, forecasting economic variables, and conducting empirical research. The skills acquired are directly applicable to coursework, theses, and academic research, providing a solid foundation for further studies and practical applications in econometrics.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Explain the mechanics and key assumptions of basic econometric models, including classical regression analysis.
• Derive the ordinary least squares (OLS) estimator for a linear regression model and prove its properties, such as being unbiased, BLUE, and consistent.
• Formulate research questions and represent them as econometric models suitable for empirical analysis.
• Identify violations of classical regression assumptions, apply diagnostic techniques, and implement corrective measures to ensure sound empirical results.
• Collect, process, and analyze quantitative data, utilizing statistical software (R language) to conduct estimation, testing, and visualization.
• Interpret the results of econometric analyses, including empirical estimations, and evaluate the limitations and applicability of the methods used.
• Diagnose key model statistics, test classical econometric assumptions, and adjust models based on findings to improve reliability and validity.

Course Assessment and Grading

Course # DMNS 2073

Credits 3

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites: None

Course description

This course covers the field of ecology, focusing on the interactions between living organisms and their physical environments. Students explore the structure and functionality of various ecological systems, including populations, communities, and ecosystems. The course aims to ensure students master major concepts and basic terminology of ecology, comprehend how evolution and ecology complement each other, and become familiar with different approaches to ecological study, such as theory, observations, and experiments. By the end of the course, students achieve a comprehensive understanding of the complex interrelationships that define ecological systems.

Course Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

• Explain the environmental characteristics of different ecosystems, evolution, and adaptation of organisms to environmental conditions.
• Define the energy flow and nutrient cycle.
• Recognize and evaluate examples of human impact on the natural world.
• Analyze the global processes. (water cycle, Climate change etc.)

Course assessment and grading 

Course # EAES 2215E

Credits 1.5

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites: None

Course Description

The course delves into the fundamental methodologies of the natural sciences, exploring the principles governing natural laws. Encompassing physics, astrophysics, cosmology, biology, chemistry, ecology, and geology, this course aims to cultivate students' understanding of essential research methods and enhance their skills in comprehending natural processes. Specific topics covered include insights into natural events, celestial bodies such as stars and planets, and brief discussions on chemical and environmental occurrences. The course provides a comprehensive overview, fostering knowledge and proficiency in the diverse realms of the natural sciences.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the students will be able to:

• Explain modern scientific methods and apply them in their studies.
• Describe and interpret fundamental scientific concepts and natural laws.
• Analyze and discuss the role of modern natural sciences in technological advancements.

Course Assessments and Grading

Course # COOP 2001

Credits 2