BSAD 504 - Business and the National Economy

Institution:

Rockford University

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Description:

Considers public economic policies that control price levels, employment levels, and economic growth rate, and their impact on the firm and the nation. Includes discussion of national income accounting, factors responsible for economic fluctuations, and the role of fiscal and monetary policy. The use of economic indicators and the development of simple forecasting models are also considered. PRQ: ECON 101 and 102 or BSAD 502; BSAD 501 or its equivalent. Skills developed: analytical, research, presentation, and problem-solving. Practical application: weekly discussions of current articles from the Wall Street Journal to relate theory to the economic news, research conducted on current economic topics, and formal topic presentations.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rockford.edu

Phone Number:

(815) 226-4186

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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