MSM 640 - Economics and Financial Markets

3 credit(s)
This course explores the connection between the macroeconomy and financial markets. The course begins with an introduction to the economic concepts behind business decision-making. Thereafter, the role of financial markets in the economy is discussed. We study how financial instruments, institutions and markets impact business decision-making and macroeconomic growth. The course material then continues with a study of the effect of macroeconomic policy on financial markets and businesses, and the effects that financial crises, contagion and macroeconomic fluctuations have on businesses. The course concludes with a discussion of financial market regulations.
Prerequisite(s): Open to MSM students only; MSM 600 and MSM 610.

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