Task 1
Visit the website
of Census and Statistics Department of Hong Kong (re: http://www.censtatd.gov.hk/hkstat/sub/bbs.jsp), and do some additional Internet research;
then conduct an analysis on data related to inflation rates and unemployment
rates from 2008-2012 using the model of Phillips Curve in Macroeconomics as the
main theory of analysis. 40%
Task 2
Similar to task 2,
now gather data on money supply and inflation rates of Hong Kong from 2008-2012
(5 years), and conduct an analysis on the data using Quantity theory of money
as the main theory of analysis.
40%
Task 3
Based on your
discussion in Tasks 1 and 2, you are required to discuss how the inflation rate
situation in Hong Kong affects unemployment rate in Hong Kong 20%
Assignment
Requirement
1500 words plus
calculations, figures and tables [600 words for task 1 and task 2 each; 300
words for task 3]
Answer all
questions on separate piece(s) of A4 paper with your name and student ID.
You are reminded of
the necessity for clear and orderly presentation in your answers.
Marking
Criteria
The following criteria are used in assessment:
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Criteria
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Weighting
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Skills
in conducting Internet and library search for relevant facts:
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35%
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Ability
to evaluate the facts with macroeconomic theories
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35%
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Writing
skills and report format
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30%
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