On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
1. Describe the origins of macroeconomics and the problems it deals with internationally.
2. Describe the long-term trends and short-term international fluctuations in economic growth, unemployment, inflation,and the balance of payments.
3. Explain why economic growth, unemployment, and inflation matter across the world.
4. Identify international fiscal and monetary policy challenges and describe the tools available in meeting them.