The University of Findlay - Sample Courses and Syllabi

The University of Findlay

College of Business
The Mission of the University is to equip our students for meaningful lives and productive careers.

Course Number/Title:	ECON 200 Principles of Macroeconomics
Credit Hours:	3
Class Time/Place:
Instructor:
Office Hours:
Course Description:	This course is an introduction to the theory and tools of Macroeconomics. Learners’ knowledge of concepts and theories will be demonstrated through examinations and problem-solving skills on relevant economic issues. Though not limited to the following, learners will be introduced to the following concepts: Production Possibilities Analysis Demand and Supply Analysis Market Equilibrium Analysis Government Intervention in the Market National Income Accounting Business Cycle Concepts Inflation and Unemployment Keynesian vs. Classical Economics Monetary Policies Fiscal Policies
Course Objectives:	The main goal of this class is to assist learners in an in-depth understanding of key concepts in the field of macroeconomics. More importantly, learners will critically analyze how these concepts are applied in their personal and/or professional lives. Learners will also be able to relate these concepts in business and economics issues taking place in the United States and in the global arena.

ACBSP Common Professional Core Content: include a breakdown and analysis of how much time, in hours, each topic in the CPC receives.

Marketing

Management

Legal Environment of Business

Economics 75%

Business Ethics

Global Dimensions of Business 10%

Quantitative Techniques and Statistics 5%

Comprehensive or Integrating Experience 10%

Required Textbooks and other materials:	Title of Textbook: Economics Authors: McConnell and Brue Edition: 18^th
Knowledge Base:	The Wall Street Journal The Economist www.bea.gov www.bls.gov www.treas.gov www.federalreserve.gov

Instructional Strategies [strategies that might be utilized-check all that apply]

Case Analysis Library and Internet Research x

Debate Practice/drill x

Discovery/Independent Research x Problem solving x

Discussion/Questioning/Interviewing Reading assignments x

Experiential Learning Role playing/simulation games

Field Experience Service Learning

Group/Individual Presentation Video/Audio Review and Critique

Laboratory Experiences Other

Lecture x

The instructional strategies used in this class are intended to enhance the student’s knowledge of basic concepts in the field of macroeconomics.   This is a principles course and this course is taught at a freshman/sophomore level.   There are times when some juniors and seniors are in this 200-level course; these students must learn to supplement these instructional strategies with their own readings as applied in their major and/or minor field of studies.   Quantitative analytical skills are utilized in this course as evident in use of graphs, basic charts and table, and derivation of equations where applicable.   Experiential learning is also embedded where applicable.   For example, in discussing the concept of opportunity cost, students must be able to comprehend how it applies in their day-to-day decision making process. To enhance the experiential learning component of this course, students must be able to relate certain terms and theories to current business and economic events taking place around the world.

Methods of Assessment

Abstracts Participation x

Attendance x Peer Evaluation

Capstone Project Portfolio

Case Study Portfolio Lab Performance

Exams x Presentations

Group Projects Professional Evaluation

Homework Assignments x Quizzes x

Internet Research Research project

Journal Other: Papers x

Lab Performance

Oral/written review of literature

Overall, learners in this course are assessed based on their content knowledge through examinations, and assignments.

Grading:

Exams, Quizzes and Assignments will comprise the following percentages of the semester grade:

Exam #1 15% Assign/Quizzes 30%

Exam #2 15% Final Exam 25%

Exam #3 15%

Grading Scale/Distribution:

Grades are based on the following percentage of total points earned:

100% – 90% =A

89% – 80% =B

79% – 70% =C

69% – 60% =D

59% & Below =F

Honor Code:

I will not knowingly engage in any dishonorable behavior, cheat, steal, lie or commit any act of plagiarism during my academic work, course, or endeavor. If I observe an act which I believe violates the University’s Honor Code, I may, in my discretion, report it to the appropriate personnel.

Special Services:

If you are a student with a disability, it is your responsibility to register with the Office of Disability Service and notify your instructor one week prior to any needed service so that reasonable accommodations can be made for you.