Nova School of Business and Economics

Macroeconomic Analysis

Code

2174

Academic unit

null

Department

null

Credits

7

Teacher in charge

António Miguel Amoedo Lebre de Freitas

Teaching language

English

Objectives

The aim of this course is to motivate the students with the use of simple analytical tools to interpret and discuss current macroeconomic problems, as well as the role of policies in addressing these problems. The real‐world‐oriented approach will materialize with the discussion of non‐technical articles.

Prerequisites

Subject matter

Content:
1- Introduction: The story of macroeconomics
2- Consumption, Investment and the Current Account
3- Financial Market Imperfections
4- Capital Flows and the real exchange rate
5- Fiscal aspects of exchange rate regimes
6- Sovereign debt crisis
7- Policy controversies

Bibliography

Teaching method

The teaching includes reviews of models already introduced in undergraduate macro, as well as the introduction of other simple tools. The sessions will include formal lecturing, resolution of exercises and discussion of articles.

Evaluation method

Class participation, writing of an article at the Nova Workboard (10%)*, two mid‐term assessments (60%), and a final exam (30%).

*Articles (only one per group) have to be signed by two students and shall address topics covered in the course. The articles will be evaluated taking into account the quality of the technical discussion and the ability of the student to apply the theories learned in the course.

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