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Students will be introduced to how the US economy functions as part of an open economy, as it relates to international trade and finance. Students will learn to recognize the role of supply and demand, different economic systems, the private and public sectors, and evaluate unemployment, inflation, and Gross Domestic Product as indicators of economic activity. Students will evaluate matters of fiscal policy, monetary policy, and conflicting economic opinions. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1530; Eligibility: MAT 1590 or higher. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online occasionally. Master Course Syllabus

Students will examine principles of supply and demand with an applied analysis of consumer demand, sensitivity to price changes (elasticity), and utility. Using cost and revenue information, students will demonstrate the theoretical market of perfect competition and monopolies along with realistic alternative markets like monopolistic competition and oligopolies. Students will recognize the role of comparative advantage and specialization in international trade. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1530; Eligibility: MAT 1590 or higher. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online occasionally. Master Course Syllabus