Understanding the economy and coping with the economic environment is critical in today's business performance, which is a major concern for managers and investors. The course will address macro-economic factors that may affect the performance of the business. Macro-economic factors include business cycles, interest rates, economic policy, inflation, unemployment, housing starts, money supply, and foreign exchange rates. For example, how the Fed's monetary policy affects corporate earnings is stressed. A variety of economic statistics and indicators are also explained in depth.

Objectives:
Module 1: Understanding Economic Data and Indicators
Module 2: The Scope of Economics
Module 3: Basic Concepts in Economics
Module 4: Fundamental Macroeconomic Concepts
Module 5: Measuring Economic Activity
Module 6: Equilibrium Output and Income
Module 7: Fiscal Policy
Module 11: International Trade and Finance
Module 12: Issues in Macroeconomics

Subject Area: Financial Planning

Passing Score: 70%

NASBA: Yes QAS Self Study

Delivery Method: Online Self Study

Level: Basic

Prerequisites: Basic Math, Basic Accounting

Author: Delta Publishing

ABOUT THE SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT:
Dr. Jae K. Shim is Professor of Business at California State University, Long Beach,
California. Dr. Shim received his MBA and Ph.D. degrees from the University of California at Berkeley (Haas School of Business.) He has co-authored over 50 professional business books and has been a consultant to commercial and nonprofit organizations for over 30 years.