guidelines for the final paper [pdf 53k] (jennifer poole)
assignment of student paper topics [pdf 69k]
(updated 4/19/2004)
Please ask for a topic assignment if you do not find yourself on the list.
Please contact your fellow group members.
#1 Thu, April 22: Trade integration
Trade integration and trade diversion under MERCOSUR
The effects of NAFTA in Mexico
The pros and cons of fair trade
The significance of the Doha round for Latin America
#2 Tue, May 11: International capital flows
The IMF and the World Bank as foreign lenders in Latin America
The automobile industry in Latin America
The privatization of public companies in Latin America
Performance of US investment funds in emerging markets
#3 Tue, June 1: Financial crises and policy responses