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Course Description
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Course Name
Economics for Business
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Host University
University of Limerick
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Location
Limerick, Ireland
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Area of Study
Economics
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
The module begins by extending the analysis of production and cost theory developed in first year microeconomics. Imperfect market structures of the firm are explored including analysis of game theory. Labour market decisions are analysed with respect to the supply and demand for labour and wage determination, the latter forms the key link between the micro and macro sections of the module. An overview of the theoretical and practical exposition of business objectives along with key issues facing the firm in the business environment in addition to the role of government are then explored. Section two of the module is concerned with the macroeconomy. The topics covered include: the expectations-augmented Phillips curve, purchasing power parity, interest rate parity and the Fisher effect. These theories are combined to obtain what is known as the ?open economy monetary model?. This model is then used to evaluate particular issues including the long-run performance of the Irish economy and the factors underlying the ?Celtic Tiger? period.
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Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
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