15 012 - Applied Macro- and International Economics

Institution:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Subject:
Description:
Uses case studies to investigate the macroeconomic environment in which firms operate. First half of course develops the basic tools of macroeconomic management: monetary, fiscal, and exchange rate policy. Discusses recent emerging market and financial crises, examining their causes, how best to address them, and how to prevent them from recurring in the future. Second half evaluates different strategies of economic development. Topics include growth, the role of debt and foreign aid, and the reliance on natural resources.
Credits:
2.00
Credit Hours:
Prerequisites:
Prereq: None
Corequisites:
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Level:
Instructional Type:
Lecture
Notes:
Additional Information:
Historical Version(s):
Institution Website:
Phone Number:
(617) 253-1000
Regional Accreditation:
New England Association of Schools and Colleges
Calendar System:
Four-one-four plan

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