Courses & Units
Macroeconomics XPD011
Introduction
Macroeconomics aims to provide students with an understanding of the framework for macroeconomic analysis, including the circular-flow model and aggregate demand aggregate supply model and government macroeconomic goals including price stability, economic growth and full employment. Students will describe how economists measure macroeconomic activity including national income, output, employment, inflation, balance of payments, terms of trade and the exchange rate and be able to analyse the business cycle, the external and internal influences on the level of macroeconomic activity, and the use of fiscal and monetary policies to stabilise the business cycle.
Summary
| Unit name | Macroeconomics |
|---|---|
| Unit code | XPD011 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Academic Division DVC - Education |
| Discipline | University Pathways |
| Coordinator | Abby Xiao |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | Third Party(ies): UP Education |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | IPC Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | ||
| Hobart | IPC Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | ||
| Hobart | IPC Semester 3 | On-Campus | International | ||
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPC Semester 3 | 14/10/2024 | 4/11/2024 | 6/12/2024 | 24/1/2025 |
| IPC Semester 2 | 24/6/2024 | 15/7/2024 | 5/8/2024 | 13/9/2024 |
| IPC Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 19/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 31/5/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the framework for the macroeconomic analysis, including the circular-flow model and aggregate demand aggregate supply model
- Identify the government’s macroeconomic goals; including price stability, economic growth, full employment
- Describe how economists measure macroeconomic activity (macroeconomic indicators), including national income, output, employment, inflation, balance of payments, terms of trade and the exchange rate
- Analyse the business cycle, the external and internal influences on the level of macroeconomic activity, and the use of fiscal and monetary policies to stabilise the business cycle
- Evaluate the challenges that globalisation presents to the macroeconomy
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 091501 | $555.00 | $555.00 | not applicable | $1,906.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Assessment | Participation (5%)|Class Test (10%)|Class Test (15%)|Group Presentation (20%)|Examination (50%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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