ECON 102 - World Economic Issues

Description:
An introduction to current international issues related to international trade and finance, economic development, and comparative economic systems. SB-Perspectives on World Cultures (W). Course will be offered every year (Fall, Spring).

Credits: (5)

General Education Category: SB-Perspectives on World Cultures (W). K4 - Global Dynamics

General Education Pathways: P1 Civic & Community Engagement, P2 Health & Well-being, P4 Social Justice

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate an ability to think critically in regards to global issues and its impacts on local, regional and national communities.
Demonstrate ability to analyze global economic outcomes such as economic inequality, global public health, economic institutions, global market structures, international migration, and global health.
Demonstrate an ability to identify, analyze and evaluate processes of globalization and the consequences of integrated economics in a historical context.
Develop ability to identify and address complex global economic issues using a variety of economic policy instruments, and more interdisciplinary approaches from other social sciences and humanities.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
11/2/17

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