Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ABAN-0175
Version:
4
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
26 Classroom hours plus 252 hours of independent study
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Graduate 4 Business Economics
Description

Objective:

To provide an understanding of U.S. financial institutions, monetary and fiscal policy, and the tools of financial forecasting.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain the function and workings of Federal Reserve System and its role in monetary policy
  • Explain the cause and effect of change in exchange rates and interest rates
  • Prepare an economic forecast of major economic aggregates an explain the impact of balance sheet and income statement changes
  • Use an economic model to project the impact of monetary and fiscal policy changes on major economic aggregates and measures
  • Explain the process of financial intermediation
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
Supplemental Materials
Equivalencies