This course covers the principles of macroeconomics, including topics such as Gross Domestic Product, inflation, unemployment, aggregate demand and supply, monetary policy, fiscal policy, and international trade. By the end of the course, students will be able to analyze economic indicators, understand the impact of monetary and fiscal policies, and evaluate international trade relationships. The course teaches skills such as economic analysis, policy evaluation, and data interpretation. The teaching method includes lectures, readings, assignments, and a final exam. This course is intended for students interested in understanding the broader economic factors that influence national and global economies.
Overview
Syllabus
- Course Introduction
- Unit 1: Introduction to Economics
- Unit 2: Macroeconomics: Gross Domestic Product, Inflation, and Unemployment
- Unit 3: Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply
- Unit 4: Aggregate Equilibrium and Economic Growth
- Unit 5: Money, Banking, and Monetary Policy
- Unit 6: Fiscal Policy and the Relationship Between Inflation and Unemployment
- Unit 7: International Trade and Finance
- Study Guide
- Course Feedback Survey
- Certificate Final Exam
- Saylor Direct Credit
