ECON4221 Advanced Macroeconomics
A new undergraduate course in 2023-2024
We are offering a new course ECON4221 Advanced Macroeconomics in the first semester of 2023-2024. The course aims to build a bridge between intro/intermediate-level macro and the frontier of the literature through an overview of new data, models, and methodologies. It is ideal for students interested in applying to graduate schools, but would also be a great addition for students interested in policy work or financial-sector jobs that use macroeconomic analyses.
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Course Instructor
Dr Zhou, Anson
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to advanced macroeconomics and its application to real-world issues. Students will learn to analyze macroeconomic problems from different perspectives and understand the tools and techniques used to address them. The emphasis will be on the microeconomic foundations and decisions that underlie the behavior of aggregate variables. Additionally, students will learn how to connect economic theories to data and become familiar with the latest research topics in macroeconomics. Basic knowledge of optimization (ECON2285 or equivalent) and ordinary differential equations is recommended but not a pre-requisite.
Course Learning Outcomes
CLO1: Master classic macroeconomic models and understand their limitations.
CLO2: Analyze, evaluate, and discuss macroeconomic policies.
CLO3: Critically evaluate current research in macroeconomics.
Course Prerequisite(s)
ECON1210 Introductory Microeconomics; and
ECON1220 Introductory Macroeconomics; and
MATH1009 Basic Mathematics for Business and Economics (or equivalent)
Offering Semester in 2023-2024
First Semester
Major/Minor (Course Category)
Major in Economics (Disciplinary Elective)
Minor in Economics (Disciplinary Elective)