Key words
Headwords:, economy, microeconomics, macroeconomics, IWETO-code:, s180
Objectives
To obtain an insight into the daily economic life. Be able to analyse and explain the economic reality.
A basic knowledge of economy is necessary for functioning good in other educational parts (with communication, translations,...), at your work placement, in the professional life and at meetings.
Topics
The economical problem.
Consumer behaviour.
Producer behaviour.
Markets and price-making.
Macroeconomic quantities.
The height of the national income.
Money, monetary policy and inflation.
International economic connections.
Economic climate and economic growth.
Prerequisites
No specific basic competencies required.
Final Objectives
GENERAL REQUISITES
- Knowledge:
- Skills:
- Attitudes: Adjustment to learn for life.
GENERAL PROFESSIONAL REQUISITES
- Knowledge: Business economics, legal and administrative knowledge. Knowledge of economy, business economy and trade terms.
- Skills: The awareness of social responsibility.
- Attitudes: Critical adjustment - Perseverance - Solution oriented
SPECIFIC PROFESSIONAL REQUISITES
- Knowledge: Knowledge of standard economic and financial trade terms.
- Skills:
- Attitudes:
Materials used
Book "Economy Today", Ivan De Cnuydt and Sonia De Velder, Academia Press - Available through course service.
Study costs
± 24 Euro
Study guidance
Mention individual learning problems to the teacher on your own initiative.
Teaching Methods
Teach, teaching conversation, exercises.
Assessment
First and second session: Written exam: 100%
Lecturer(s)
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