EC 5600 - Global Economics

This course will develop students’ capacity to analyze the global economic environment and to employ economic analyses when making key management decisions.  Students will examine how economics impacts organizational operations, recognize its constraints, and apply economic reasoning to managerial decision-making within a culturally diverse world. Students will analyze the current and future economic environment and trends as they impact the global organization’s present and future goals. Through case studies, individual and group activities, students will examine economic theory with meaningful applications they are likely to face in their professional careers. Students will learn how to solve practical problems and to communicate the results clearly. This course will examine a variety of issues including:  demand analysis, cost estimation, relevant costs, competitive forces, international trade, international finance, and pricing policies (Pre-requisites: MG 5140 ) Credits: 4