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Macroeconomics

The purpose of this course is to establish an understanding of the macroeconomy. To that end, the causes and effects of economic growth, inflation, and unemployment are covered. Emphasis is given to a discussion of monetary and fiscal policy, including the impact of government deficits and tax changes. Special attention is paid to analyzing financial markets, where interest rates are determined. The course combines a lecture and case study approach to help the manager and decision maker develop the analytical tools necessary to comprehend the macroeconomy.