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Course Description
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Course Name
Introduction to the Economy and Business
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Host University
University of the Western Cape
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
African Studies, Economics, Finance
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Host University Units
15 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
At the end of this module, students should be able to:Explain the basic principles of economic theory and their application in the South African economy Understand the role of consumers, producers and the government in the economy.
Describe and evaluate South Africa?s recent economic performance. Describe and evaluate the requirements for entrepreneurial success in the SA economy
Describe/explain the principles of small business functions and apply them to real world settings.Demonstrate an understanding of the environment in which small businesses operate.
Develop a business plan for a small business. Introduction to Economics and basic economic principles Overview of the South African economy
Perfect and imperfect competition Production and costs
Role of entrepreneurship
The environment in which small business operates Establishing a small business.Principles underlying the main functional areas.Compilation of the Business Plan.
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.