Overview

Underpinnings of modern macroeconomics basic to models of growth and cyclical fluctuations as well as models of monetary and fiscal policies. Topics include neoclassical and endogenous growth theories; overlapping generations models with and without money; policy ineffectiveness issues; equilibrium business cycle as well as traditional Keynesian models of fluctuations; and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Solmaz Moslehi

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

develop familiarity with the mathematical tools and techniques of modern macroeconomic theory

2.

understand the economics of growth and business cycle fluctuations

3.

appreciate the role of economic policy in the short and long-run

4.

enhance understanding of the basic theoretical approaches employed in specialist fields such as international economics, economic development/growth, dynamics stochastic general equilibrium and financial economics.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Research activities

Problem-based learning

Assessment

1 - Within semester assessment

2 - Examination

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Technology resources

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Electronics, calculators and tools: $100