| Código |
14369
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| Ano |
1
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| Semestre |
S1
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| Créditos ECTS |
6
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| Carga Horária |
TP(60H)
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| Área Científica |
Economia
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Learning outcomes |
The purpose of this course is to introduce the students to the basic concepts of macroeconomics. As a result, the students must attain the following objectives:
- An understanding of the fundamental aspects of macroeconomic theory;
- An understanding of the basic tools used in the analysis of macroeconomic theory;
- The capability of solving current problems using the analytical tools presented in the classroom;
- At the end of the semester, the student must show competence and understanding of basic macroeconomic theory, including the capacity to solve theoretical problems and explain real life events that relate to macroeconomics.
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Syllabus |
1. Introduction: the link between macro and microeconomics
2. Measures of economic activity
3. Inflation and unemployment
4. Growth and economic development
5. The politics of state intervention
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Main Bibliography |
Basic:
- Samuelson, Paul and Nordhaus, William (2011): “Economia”, 19ª Edição, McGraw-Hill..
Complementary:
- Dornbusch, Rudiger, Stanley Fischer e Richard Startz (2004): “Macroeconomics”, 9th Edition, McGraw-Hill.
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| Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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