University of New South Wales

Macroeconomics 1

ECON1102

Iowa State Course Substitution

Principles of Macroeconomics

ECON 1020

Course Info

International Credits: 6.0
Converted Credits: 4.0
Country: Australia
Language: English
Course Description:

Macroeconomics studies the aggregate behaviour of the economy. This course provides an introduction to the economic analysis of key macroeconomic variables such as output, employment, inflation, interest rates and exchange rates. The important elements of the course include measurement of macroeconomic variables, the development of models and theories to explain the behaviour of macroeconomic variables, the use of empirical evidence in evaluating different models, and the role of government policy in seeking to influence macroeconomic outcomes. The course will provide students with a framework for understanding the workings of the whole economy and the various interactions among households, business and governments.

Review

Evaluated Date:
December 4, 2022
Evaluated:
Darin Wohlgemuth
Expiration Date:
December 4, 2027