ECON 303 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory without Calculus

Credit(s): 3

INTERM MACRO THEORY W/O CALC
Component: Lecture
This course introduces the foundations of macroeconomic theory using economic tools. We study the aggregate behavior of consumers and firms and gain a deep understanding of the factors that influence the determination of important macroeconomic variables such as output, employment, wages, and the interest rate. Topics include economic growth, general equilibrium, intertemporal decisions of consumers and firms, unemployment, fiscal policy, and welfare economics. The course emphasizes analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

PREREQ: Must earn C- or better in ECON 103 and one of the following: ECON 251, ECON 255, ECON 300 or ECON 301. ANTIREQ: Students who received credit in ECON 304 are not eligible to take this course without permission.

University Breadth: Social and Behavioral Sciences College of Arts and Sciences Breadth: GROUP C: A&S Social & Behavioral Sci Course Typically Offered: Fall, Winter and Spring

General Education Objectives:
GE1A: Read Critically GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE1C: Engage in Constructive Ideation GE2A: Communicate Effectively in Writing GE2B: Communicate Orally GE4: Critically Evaluate Ethical Implications GE5A: Reason Quantitatively GE5B: Reason Computationally GE5C: Reason Scientifically