RBA Competition 2012
The UNSW Economics Society (EcoSoc) is running an essay competition for students studying Economics at any accredited university in Australia in 2012. The competition is run by EcoSoc in conjunction with our sponsor, the Reserve Bank of Australia as well as the Economics Society of Australia . With not only cash prizes on offer but also the chance to work at the Reserve Bank of Australia, you should apply today! Entries close 11.59 pm (AEST) on Friday 24th August, 2012.
Please Note that as of 2012, this competition is open to both local and international students studying at any Australian university.
The Question:
China's Economic Performance
The essay topic for this year is China's Economic Performance. China's economic growth over the past 30 years has been rapid, with its share of global output rising from 2 per cent in 1980 to 13½ per cent in 2010. China has surpassed Japan as Australia's major trading partner in recent years, accounting for 23 per cent of the value of Australia's exports and 15 per cent of Australia's imports in 2010.
What are the main forces driving economic growth in China? Discuss the relative importance of productivity growth, investment and capital accumulation, demographic factors and economic policy. What are the prospects for future growth and what are the implications for Australia?
Prizes:
First Prize: $2000
Second Prize: $1000
Best Entry from a First Year Student: $500
Words of Encouragement:
“The competition is an important way to encourage new interest and talent into the field of economics in Australia. We hope that students researching these topics will gain insights into the issues facing policy-makers today and will want to extend their economic studies”
Mr Glenn Stevens
Governor, Reserve Bank of Australia
Downloads:
Click here for the RBA Economics Competition Information Kit 2012
Click here for the RBA Economics Competition Entry Form 2012
If you have any questions, please first read the detailed information set out in the Competition Information Kit. If you still have questions, email Cherry Lai.
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