Divisions
Course Description
Students will be introduced to how the US economy functions as part of an open economy, as it relates to international trade and finance. Students will learn to recognize the role of supply and demand, different economic systems, the private and public sectors, and evaluate unemployment, inflation, and Gross Domestic Product as indicators of economic activity. Students will evaluate matters of fiscal policy, monetary policy, and conflicting economic opinions. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1530; Eligibility: MAT 1590 or higher. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online occasionally.
Academic Level (Course Level)
CR
Schedule Type
Interactive TV, Lecture
Grade Modes
Audit, Special Audit, Standard Letter Grade, Credit/Fail Standard Letter
Course Attributes
E, GLPS, L, S, SOCS, SR