040011 UK Makroökonomie (2023W)

The course introduces students to basic macroeconomics. They acquire an understanding of macroeconomic questions, terminology, and (macro-)economic policies. By the end of the course, students can critically reflect on the theories covered in class and will have an understanding of:
(1) The factors driving long-term economic growth
(2) The causes of business cycle fluctuations
(3) The operation of the financial sector
(4) Fiscal and monetary policy in the short- and medium-run
(5) Trade and exchange rates in open economies

The course consists of three main building blocks:
(1) Macroeconomic Accounts and aggregate data
(2) Economic Growth
(3) Business Cycles

Lectures will take place as scheduled on u:find. A teaching assistant will give an additional tutorial, where practical exercises are discussed. The time of the office hours is to be announced.

This lecture touches upon gender roles in the labor market, the distribution of income and wealth, and environmental concerns.

The aim of the course is an introduction to basic macroeconomics. Students acquire a basic understanding of macroeconomic questions, terminology, and economic policy.

By the end of the course, students can critically reflect on the theories covered in class and are able to assess economic policy measures. Students will have a basic understanding of:
(1) The factors driving long-term economic growth
(2) The causes of business cycle fluctuations
(3) The operation of the financial sector
(4) Fiscal and monetary policy in the short- and medium-run
(5) Trade and exchange rates in open economies
This course also touches upon gender roles in the labor market, the distribution of income and wealth, and environmental concerns.

Contents:
The course consists of three main building blocks:
1. Macroeconomic Accounts and Aggregate Data
2. Economic Growth
3. Business Cycles

Lectures will take place as scheduled in u:find. A teaching assistant will give an additional tutorial, where practical exercises are discussed. The time of the office hours is to be announced.