PGD IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT
OVERVIEW OF OUR PGD PROGRAMME
The PGD programme in International Trade and Development is open to candidates who possess an honours degree in any discipline from a recognized University; especially Education, Economics, Political Science, Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing, History, Geography, law or related fields degree not lower than (3rd class). Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) from recognized institutions and who passed with a minimum of lower or upper credit are also eligible for admission. Persons in trade related industries with at least 5 years working experience will be considered for admission into the Institute of International Trade and Development PGD programme.
PROGRAMME DURATION
The programme is designed for one academic session of course work comprising two (2) semesters.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
The successful completion of the programme requires a candidate to pass all the prescribed courses and defend a project written by the student at the end of the course work. This will be a total of 28 credit units consisting of 11 credit units of core courses, 5 credit units of compulsory courses, 6 credit units in electives and 6 compulsory credit units of research project. The pass mark in any course shall be 50%, a grade of C.
AWARD OF DEGREE
Successful students of our postgraduate programme shall be awarded a PGD degrees in International Trade and Development from the University of Port Harcourt.
List of Courses, Code and Credit Units for PGD Programme
S/No
COURSE CODE
COURSE TITLE
CREDIT UNITS
1
ITD 701.1
Over the past two decades, there have been fundamental structural changes in the global economy. These changes include trade and payments liberalization, globalization and rapid integration of national economies. This course therefore, is designed to acquaint students with the basic theories and policies of international trade.
3
2
ITD 702.1
Definition of Entrepreneurship. The historical and economic role of entrepreneurship. Theory and Practice of entrepreneurship. Starting and Managing a new enterprise. Characteristics of entrepreneurship. The identification and evaluation of new venture opportunities. Resources utilization. Strategy development and successful planning. Implementing and launching new business ventures. Analyses of case studies and developing of detailed business plan for starting and owning an enterprise.
2
3
ITD 703.1
This course is designed to deepen and widen the critical and analytical understanding of theoretical and methodological issues in microeconomics. It also addresses the basic questions of resource allocation within our society and the appropriate role of government intervention in the economy. Microeconomic theory, problem of scarce resources and allocation of resources in product and factor markets with application to Nigeria and other economies; equilibrium concept, possibility of disequilibrium, partial equilibrium and general equilibrium analysis; supply of demand theory; cobweb theory; introductory dynamics, consumers behavior, production theory and more topics to be covered.
3
4
ITD 705.2
Macroeconomics studies the functioning of the economy as a whole. Therefore, the main objective of this course is to enable students to have a good understanding of macroeconomic theory and policy. Macroeconomic problems and policies including the tools used in stabilizing the macro economy are also explored in the course. Macroeconomic theory, national income accounting, macroeconomic aggregates, the classical system, the monetarist system, domestic economic stabilization, monetary and fiscal policies, price control and inflation and more topics to be covered.
3
Subtotal
11
Compulsory Courses
5
ITD 712.2
Business Economics otherwise known as managerial economics studies the application of economics theory and methodology to business. Thus, the objective of this course is to among other things; equip the students with the skills for rational decision making in their businesses in the face of scarce resources. Furthermore, participants will learn the art of applying economic principles in developing and managing successful businesses. Some key components of this include: Theory of Production, Demand and Supply investment decision making and profit maximization.
3
6
ITD 706. 2
ICT, Research Methodology and Computer Appreciation
2
7
Any two other courses from electives
6
Subtotal
11
8
ITD 717.2
Research Project
6
Total Credit Units for Graduation
28
ELECTIVES
9
ITD 707.2
This course is designed to provide students with the quantitative skills needed in understanding and application of mathematical reasoning and methods in economics. Topics such as the nature and scope of econometrics and methodology will be examined in the course.
3
10
ITD 708. 2
All countries regulate trade. The objective of this course is to acquaint students with various international laws that are used to regulate the mobility of labour and capital among nations. Issues relating to immigration, regulation and nationalization and international dispute resolution will also be covered in the course.
3
11
ITD 709.2
Traditionally, international trade analysis had focused primarily on the transfer of physical goods from one country to another. But in recent times, the emphasis is on trade in services. Trade in services also plays a major role in the process of economic progress especially in developing countries. This course therefore, examines the objectives of international trade negotiations, types of trade negotiations and the legal dimension of trade negotiations.
3
12
ITD 710.2
The objective of this course is to introduce students to the historical development of trade in Africa. The prospects and challenges in African trade will also be examined in the course.
3
13
ITD 711.2
This course is designed to acquaint students with various theories of international relations. It will examine also the distribution of power, interactions among nations, national interest and instruments of foreign policy.
3
14
ITD 704.1
Application of managerial functions of planning, organization, directing and controlling on the four Ps of marketing, to set the organization strategic objectives. New product development. Micro and macro environments of marketing. How to manage decline in sales, market segmentation and other strategies.
3
15
ITD 713.2
The objective of this course is to acquaint students with the various theories and policies of international finance. The role of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) the World Bank, World Bank Group and the African Development Bank (ADB) in mobilizing long-term funds for rapid economic growth and development will also be examined in the course.
3
16
ITD 714.2
This course involves a discussion of the concepts of development and dependency theories as they apply to regional development planning. It also covers an overview of economic and related theories and policies of regional development planning.
3
17
ITD 716.2
The course will expose students to the challenges involved in managing supply chains and understand the complexity of inter-firm and intra-firm coordination. What is supply chain management, the importance of supply chain management, matching supply chains with products, supply chain value adds, supply chain information technology and integrated supply chain management.
A study of the broad range of marketing functions, which include warehousing, inventory management, order processing and the movement of goods across-the-border trade. Logistics management address the trade activities that are performed to facilitate the efficient movement of goods and their ownership from one nation to the other.
3
ITD 701.1
Over the past two decades, there have been fundamental structural changes in the global economy. These changes include trade and payments liberalization, globalization and rapid integration of national economies. This course therefore, is designed to acquaint students with the basic theories and policies of international trade.
3 Credit units
ITD 702.1
Definition of Entrepreneurship. The historical and economic role of entrepreneurship. Theory and Practice of entrepreneurship. Starting and Managing a new enterprise. Characteristics of entrepreneurship. The identification and evaluation of new venture opportunities. Resources utilization. Strategy development and successful planning. Implementing and launching new business ventures. Analyses of case studies and developing of detailed business plan for starting and owning an enterprise.
2 Credit units
ITD 703.1
This course is designed to deepen and widen the critical and analytical understanding of theoretical and methodological issues in microeconomics. It also addresses the basic questions of resource allocation within our society and the appropriate role of government intervention in the economy. Microeconomic theory, problem of scarce resources and allocation of resources in product and factor markets with application to Nigeria and other economies; equilibrium concept, possibility of disequilibrium, partial equilibrium and general equilibrium analysis; supply of demand theory; cobweb theory; introductory dynamics, consumers behavior, production theory and more topics to be covered.
3 Credit units
ITD 705.2
Macroeconomics studies the functioning of the economy as a whole. Therefore, the main objective of this course is to enable students to have a good understanding of macroeconomic theory and policy. Macroeconomic problems and policies including the tools used in stabilizing the macro economy are also explored in the course. Macroeconomic theory, national income accounting, macroeconomic aggregates, the classical system, the monetarist system, domestic economic stabilization, monetary and fiscal policies, price control and inflation and more topics to be covered.
3 Credit units
Subtotal
11
Compulsory Courses
ITD 712.2
Business Economics otherwise known as managerial economics studies the application of economics theory and methodology to business. Thus, the objective of this course is to among other things; equip the students with the skills for rational decision making in their businesses in the face of scarce resources. Furthermore, participants will learn the art of applying economic principles in developing and managing successful businesses. Some key components of this include: Theory of Production, Demand and Supply investment decision making and profit maximization.
3 Credit units
ITD 706. 2
ICT, Research Methodology and Computer Appreciation
2 Credit units
ITD 701.1
Any two other courses from electives
6
Subtotal
11
ITD 717.2
Research Project
6 Credit units
Total Credit Units for Graduation
28
ELECTIVES
ITD 707.2
This course is designed to provide students with the quantitative skills needed in understanding and application of mathematical reasoning and methods in economics. Topics such as the nature and scope of econometrics and methodology will be examined in the course.
3 Credit units
ITD 708. 2
All countries regulate trade. The objective of this course is to acquaint students with various international laws that are used to regulate the mobility of labour and capital among nations. Issues relating to immigration, regulation and nationalization and international dispute resolution will also be covered in the course.
3 Credit units
ITD 709.2
Traditionally, international trade analysis had focused primarily on the transfer of physical goods from one country to another. But in recent times, the emphasis is on trade in services. Trade in services also plays a major role in the process of economic progress especially in developing countries. This course therefore, examines the objectives of international trade negotiations, types of trade negotiations and the legal dimension of trade negotiations.
3 Credit units
ITD 710.2
The objective of this course is to introduce students to the historical development of trade in Africa. The prospects and challenges in African trade will also be examined in the course.
3 Credit units
ITD 711.2
This course is designed to acquaint students with various theories of international relations. It will examine also the distribution of power, interactions among nations, national interest and instruments of foreign policy.
3 Credit units
ITD 704.1
Application of managerial functions of planning, organization, directing and controlling on the four Ps of marketing, to set the organization strategic objectives. New product development. Micro and macro environments of marketing. How to manage decline in sales, market segmentation and other strategies.
3 Credit units
ITD 713.2
The objective of this course is to acquaint students with the various theories and policies of international finance. The role of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) the World Bank, World Bank Group and the African Development Bank (ADB) in mobilizing long-term funds for rapid economic growth and development will also be examined in the course.
3 Credit units
ITD 714.2
This course involves a discussion of the concepts of development and dependency theories as they apply to regional development planning. It also covers an overview of economic and related theories and policies of regional development planning.
3 Credit units
ITD 716.2
The course will expose students to the challenges involved in managing supply chains and understand the complexity of inter-firm and intra-firm coordination. What is supply chain management, the importance of supply chain management, matching supply chains with products, supply chain value adds, supply chain information technology and integrated supply chain management.
A study of the broad range of marketing functions, which include warehousing, inventory management, order processing and the movement of goods across-the-border trade. Logistics management address the trade activities that are performed to facilitate the efficient movement of goods and their ownership from one nation to the other.
3 Credit units
Facilities Available for the Programme
Available facilities at the newly acquired IITD building provide enough classrooms for the proposed programme. Available facilities are therefore adequate.
PGD Staff List - Name, Qualification, Designation and Specialization
| Name of Staff | Qualification and Educational Institutions Attended | Rank | Area of specialization |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohale, L. | B.Sc, M.Sc. and Ph.D (UPH) | Professor & Director of Institute | Development Economics |
| Gbosi, A. N. | B.Sc New Hampshire, MSc and Ph.D Northeastern | Professor | Labour, Monetary and International Economics |
| Onuchuku, O. | B.Sc, M.Sc and Ph.D(UPH) | Professor | Public Sector and Quantitative Economics |
| Arokoyu, S. B. | B.Sc, M.Sc and Ph.D(UPH) | Professor | Regional Development Planning |
| Nwinee B. F | B.sc (RSUST), MBA, M.Sc, Ph.D (UPH) | Professor | Finance |
| Barikor, I.P | B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD (UPH) | Senior Lecturer | International Relations |
| Kalu, I. E. | B.Sc, M.Sc and Ph.D(UPH) | Professor | Development Economics |
| Kalu, S. E. | B.Sc, BSBA (Manila), MBA, DBA (Philippines) | Professor | Strategic Marketing Management |
| Gbanador, C. A. | B.Sc., M.Sc. and Ph.D (UPH) | Professor | Monetary and Quantitative Economics |
| Udeorah, S. F. | B.Sc, M.Sc, and PhD (UPH) | Lecturer, Deputy Director & Coordinator of Programmes | Labour / Human Resources Economics |