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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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