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IEN006 Macroeconomics 6.0 ECTS credits | |
TIMEPERIOD: Q4 LANGUAGE:English/Swedish EXAMINER Olle Hage Univ adj PREREQUISITES General eligibility and mathematics from a three year high school education or equivalent. COURSE AIM The aim of the course is to give basic knowledge about how the economy works, and the ability to apply economic theory on current problems in society. The course should also enhance the ability to critically assess and analyze economic conditions and developments. CONTENTS Definitions of basic macroeconomic terminology are given. Macroeconomic theories explaining economic conditions and developments are presented. The course also treats unemployment, inflation and economic growth. TEACHING Lectures and group work EXAMINATION Examination is done through written tests. COURSE GRADE SCALE: Fail, 3, 4, 5 ITEMS/CREDITS | |
Written exam | 6.00ECTS |
COURSE LITERATURE Michael Parkin, Melanie Powell, Kent Matthews; Economics, European Ed., Addison-Wesley. Latest Edition. Further coursematerial might be added. Further information: International Office |
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