Course overview
This course introduces the principles, concepts, data and analytical frameworks that economists use to understand the world around us. Students develop an understanding of how the economy works and how individuals, firms and governments make decisions and interact with one another in markets and other environments. The course also focuses on the ability of students to communicate about real-world issues and public policy debates through the lens of economics.
- Microeconomics I
- Microeconomics II
- Macroeconomics
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the core concepts, models and tools of economics
- Apply basic economic theory and principles to current economic issues and evaluate related public economic policies
- Apply economic principles and reasoning to solving business problems, both individually and constructively as part of a team.
- Interpret information from charts, graphs, and tables to provide critical evaluation and analysis to support decision-making.
- Communicate economic knowledge, ideas and analysis to diverse audiences, including professionals and non-experts.
- Critically reflect on the broader social consequences of economic decision making
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus West
Class number 20527
Section WS01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 20526
Section WS02
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 20525
Section WS03
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 20524
Section WS04
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 20523
Section WS05
Size 30
Available 30
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 28737
Section WS01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 28736
Section WS02
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 28735
Section WS03
Size 30
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Class number 28734
Section WS04
Size 30
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Class number 28733
Section WS05
Size 30
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Class details
Adelaide City Campus West
Class number 56901
Section WS01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 56900
Section WS02
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 56899
Section WS03
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 56898
Section WS04
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 56897
Section WS05
Size 30
Available 30
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 58485
Section WS01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 58484
Section WS02
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 58483
Section WS03
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 58482
Section WS04
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 58481
Section WS05
Size 30
Available 30
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