EC 202 - Introduction to Macroeconomics

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Keywords

Business , Economics , Macroeconomics

Project

LB iLearn Online

Authors

Date Submitted

2015

Material Type

Online Course

Secondary Material Type

Collection

Institution

Linn-Benton Virtual College

Industry Partner

Linn County Parks and Recreational Department - Provided curriculum advice.

License

CC BY

Funding Source

TAACCCT Round 3

Additional Public Access

Abstract

EC 202 - Introduction to Macroeconomics This course introduces the determination of levels of national income, employment and prices, and the basic causes of fluctuations in the business cycle, the banking system, monetary policy and financial intermediation. Other topics may include international trade and international finance. Course Outcomes: Discuss the role scarcity plays in defining economic choices and how individuals, companies and nations resolve these issues. Describe and use economic data to evaluate the three basic macroeconomic problems: recession, unemployment, and inflation. Discuss and apply the concepts of economic growth and business cycles to the macro economy. Demonstrate how Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Real GDP are calculated and explain the uses and limits of both. Discuss and apply the aggregate-demand and aggregate-supply model to analyze short run and long run national economic conditions and the effectiveness of macroeconomic policy. Apply the concepts of comparative and absolute advantage to explain the benefits of trade.

Industry (NAISC)

Management of Companies and Enterprises (55)

Occupation (SOC)

All Occupations (00-0000)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services (52)

Credit Type

Credential Type

Certificate

Educational Level

1st year Community College or equivalent
2nd Year Community College or equivalent

Skill Level

Quality Assurance Organization