MBA 6410 - Global Macroeconomic Conditions

Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: 1st Blk
Typically Taught Spring Semester: 1st Blk
Description: This course will focus on the impact of global macroeconomic conditions on firm decision-making. To review and analyze current macroeconomic topics, a theoretical framework is developed, from the start showing the linkages among national economies. This framework is used to analyze and forecast business cycles, interest rates, exchange rates, causes of trade deficits, short- and long-term consequences of fiscal and monetary policy decisions, and the globalization of financial markets. Examples from different countries are used to enhance knowledge of the world economy. Additional foundation course work in economics may be required prior to course registration as per department advisement and student’s program of study requirements.
Pre-requisite(s): MBA 6040, or equivalent course in economics.
Note: Course offerings are subject to change.