ECO 1102 Introduction to Macroeconomics

3 units
Economics
Faculty of Social Sciences
Macro versus micro. National accounting. Components of aggregate demand. National income determination and multiplier theory. Business cycles and economic instability. Fiscal policy. Money and monetary policy. Banking system. Unemployment and inflation. Controversies over stabilization policy. Canadian macroeconomic policy.

Components:

Lecture

Previously Offered Terms:

Fall
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French Equivalent:

Organized

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4.26

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Clear Expectations

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agree
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neither agree nor disagree
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Learned a Lot

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agree
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Recommend

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agree
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disagree
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Workload

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very heavy
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heavier than average
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average
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Fair Assessments

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agree
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question not applicable
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