EC 202Z Principles of Macroeconomics

Examines the aggregate activity of a market economy, economic growth, inflation, unemployment, and the use of fiscal and monetary policy to address macroeconomic problems.

Credits

Prerequisite

MTH 095 Intermediate Algebra with a grade of C or better.

Notes

Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course

General Education Requirements

AAOT Social Sciences, AGS Social Science, AS Liberal Arts Core IV, AS Social Process/Institution, AS Social Science

Outcomes

Interpret basic macroeconomic indicators including GDP, unemployment, and inflation. Identify the determinants of economic growth. Apply economic models to explain macroeconomic outcomes. Compare fiscal and monetary policy tools, and their uses and economic impacts.