Module course for ECN6006_01_S1_202627 offered at LOC: by Economics (ORG:ECOS)
Convenor name: Dr Randa Alami
Convenor email: Ra38@soas.ac.uk
Office room: 274
Office hours: Thursdays 3 to 4
Module dates: September 2026 to January 2027
Intended learning outcomes:
| LO1 | Examine the socio-economic features and structural characteristics of the MENA economies, including their roots in MENA's insertion in world economy in the 19th century. |
| LO2 | Analyse the evolution of oil sectors, markets, and OPEC, and evaluate the challenges associated with the energy transition. |
| LO3 | Critically assess the poverty and inequality profile of the region, their relations to labour markets (including migration and female empowerment), and their implications for economic development |
| LO4 | Apply key concepts of economic policy analysis to contemporary problems and opportunities facing MENA countries, with a focus on thematic policy issues. |
Assessment 1: Name: ESSAY AS1
Assessment 1: Weighting: 60%
Assessment 1: Due date: 15 January 2027
Assessment 1: Release date: 12 February 2027
Assessment 1: Permitted AI usage: Retrieval
Assessment 1: Format: 2000 word essay
Assessment 2: Name: Group Project PS1
Assessment 2: Weighting: 40%
Assessment 2: Due date: 4 December 2026
Assessment 2: Release date: 29 January 2026
Assessment 2: Permitted AI usage: Retrieval
Assessment 2: Format: A policy brief (2000 words) and a audio-visual file (20 mn)
Page template: On campus 2026/27
