This document outlines the format and requirements for a group assignment in an international economics course. Students will be assigned to groups of 5 and choose between two topics to research and report on. For topic 1, groups will analyze the exchange rate policy of a selected country and how it impacts its economy. For topic 2, groups will evaluate how government trade policies affect a chosen industry and the country's economy in relation to that industry. Groups must submit a written report and do a 15 minute presentation, with the deadline for topic selection and group formation being July 26, 2010. The assignment is worth 20% of the overall grade.