ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics

3 Credit(s) QR CS

This course introduces students to macroeconomic issues, including the factors that determine national income, output, employment, inflation, and interest rates in the United States. Students will discuss the role of savings and consumption, fiscal and monetary policies, and international trade, as well as the impact of policy changes or events. The class will also explore policy debates on topics such as the distribution of income, public debt, and international trade. Three lecture hours per week. Required of all Economics majors and Business Administration majors. Elective for all other majors.
Prerequisite: Satisfaction of the Basic Math Competency requirement.