No Pre-requisites required. Anyone who interested in basic economics is always welcome. Introduction to Economics is a foundation for the application of economics knowledge for other related subject in the course. It is an introductory course in microeconomics and macroeconomics, which introduces the basic concepts of economics. Microeconomics (Introduction to Economics I) discusses applications-the study of how individuals make a decision and interact in markets, under conditions of perfect and imperfect competition. The study of macroeconomics (Introduction to Economics II) involves economy-wide issues such as inflation, unemployment, economic growth and policies.
Learning Objectives
To introduce the key principles of economics
To examine the theories of microeconomics and macroeconomics, and how they are applied in real world
To develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills of students
To create a strong understanding of economics that will serve as a foundation for further studies of the students
Expected Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this course students are expected to be able to: understand important terminology and think as an economist based on logics of economics and
At the completion of this course students are expected to be able to: understand basic instruments of studying economics such as understanding graphs, basic mathematic tools, and statistics.
Course Contents
INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS I. Week 1 Topics Introduction of the course
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Week 11
Week 12
Week 13
Week 14
Week 15
Week 16
INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS II/ Week 1
Week 2:
Week 3:
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Week 9:
Week 10:
Week 11:
Week 12:
Week 13:
Week 14: Chapter 32
Week 15:
Week 16: Final exam
Assessment Elements
Attendance
Participation
In order to get full marks for the participation students need to actively participate in the class discussions, to demonstrate familiarity with assigned readings and lecture material, including being prepared to answer the questions that the class teacher may pose.
Instructors
Deseatnicov, Ivan
Emelyanova, Olesya
Kononova, Nataliya
Lee, Hansol
Course Syllabus
Abstract
Learning Objectives
Expected Learning Outcomes
Course Contents
Assessment Elements
Interim Assessment
Bibliography
Recommended Core Bibliography
Recommended Additional Bibliography
Authors