Global Trade: Supply Chains & Globalization
Investigating how products travel from global factories to Irish homes, exploring the concept of supply chains and the impact of globalization.
Key Questions
- Analyze how your morning snack connects you to a farmer on another continent.
- Explain the concept of a global supply chain and its vulnerabilities.
- Predict the future impact of automation on global trade and employment.
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