Course Overview

This class introduces the principles behind macroeconomics. . It follows the first semester class, which introduced the principles of microeconomics. Concepts such as GDP, price indices, inflation, unemployment, monetary & fiscal policy, exchange rates, etc. will be examined. The class is taught in English. The presentation will be largely based on Acemoglu, Laibson and List's Economics with an extra emphasis on Taiwan's economy. Grades will be based on a midterm (35%), a final (40%), homework and quizzes (15%) and class participation (10%). We will make use of Zuvio, so you should bring something to class with which you can get on-line.

Learning Achievement

A basic understanding of economics & Taiwan's economy

Competence

Course prerequisites

No prerequisites

Grading Philosophy

Course schedule

Course type

Online Course Requirement

Instructor

Kelly Barton Olds

Other information

(College of Management) Department of Accounting,
(College of Management) Department of International Business,
(College of Social Sciences) Department of Economics,
(College of Management) Department of Finance

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