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040011 UK Macroeconomics (2024W)

6.00 ECTS (4.00 SWS), SPL 4 - Wirtschaftswissenschaften
Continuous assessment of course work

Summary

1 Pichler , Moodle
Mo 20.01. 13:15-14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
2 Wandschneider , Moodle
Mo 20.01. 16:45-18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).
Registration information is available for each group.

Groups

Group 1

anrechenbar für BW, 1.Abschnitt, VO+UE, bzw. entsprechendem Teil der Diplomprüfung Grundzüge der politischen Ökonomie ... sowie für das Erweiterungscurriulum Volkswirtschaftslehre, Modul VO Makroökonomie.

max. 200 participants
Language: English
LMS: Moodle

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

Tutorium (für beide Gruppen Makroökonomie, 040011/1 und 040011/2):
DO wtl von 10.10.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DO wtl von 17.10.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DO wtl von 24.10.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DO wtl von 31.10.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DI 05.11.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DI 12.11.2024 13.15-14.45 Ort: Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock;
MI 20.11.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 Erdgeschoß;
DO 28.11.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DO 05.12.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DO 12.12.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock;
MI 08.01.2025 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 11 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
MI 15.01.2025 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
MI 22.01.2025 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
DI 28.01.2025 16.45 18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock

  • Wednesday 02.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Monday 07.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 09.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Thursday 10.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Monday 14.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 16.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Thursday 17.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Monday 21.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 23.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Thursday 24.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Monday 28.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 30.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Thursday 31.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Monday 04.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 05.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Wednesday 06.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 12.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Monday 18.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 20.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 20.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 Erdgeschoß
  • Monday 25.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 27.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Thursday 28.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Monday 02.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 04.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Thursday 05.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Monday 09.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 11.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Thursday 12.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Monday 16.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 08.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 08.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 11 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Monday 13.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 15.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 15.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 22.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Wednesday 22.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 28.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock

Aims, contents and method of the course

The course introduces students to basic macroeconomics. They acquire an understanding of macroeconomic questions, terminology, and (macro-)economic policies. By the end of the course, students can critically reflect on the theories covered in class and will have an understanding of:
(1) The factors driving long-term economic growth
(2) The causes of business cycle fluctuations
(3) The operation of the financial sector
(4) Fiscal and monetary policy in the short- and medium-run
(5) Trade and exchange rates in open economies

The course consists of three main building blocks:
(1) Macroeconomic Accounts and aggregate data
(2) Economic Growth
(3) Business Cycles

Lectures will take place as scheduled on u:find. A teaching assistant will give an additional tutorial, where practical exercises are discussed. The time of the office hours is to be announced.

This lecture touches upon gender roles in the labor market, the distribution of income and wealth, and environmental concerns.

Assessment and permitted materials

The evaluation consists of the following components:
– Problem sets
– Online quizzes
– Midterm exam
– Final exam

The exams are closed-book.

Only selected problem sets will be graded. Details will be announced at the beginning of the semester.

Exams:
- Midterm: November 14, 2023, 15:00 in HS 1.
- Final: January 30, 2024, 15:00 in HS 1.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

The evaluation consists of four components:
– 35% midterm exam
– 35% final exam
– 10% problem sets
– 20% online quizzes

The minimal requirement for a passing grade is to achieve 50% in total.

Reading list

"Macroeconomics: Understanding the Global Economy," by David Miles, Andrew Scott, and Francis Breedon (3rd edition), Wiley. [in particular Chapters 1–7, 10–20]

“Macroeconomics,” by Olivier Blanchard (global edition, 8th edition), Pearson. [in particular Chapters 3–9, 14–20]

Group 2

anrechenbar für BW, 1.Abschnitt, VO+UE, bzw. entsprechendem Teil der Diplomprüfung "Grundzüge der politischen Ökonomie ... " sowie für das Erweiterungscurriulum Volkswirtschaftslehre, Modul "VO Makroökonomie".

max. 200 participants
Language: English
LMS: Moodle

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

Tutorium (für beide Gruppen Makroökonomie, 040011/1 und 040011/2):
DO wtl von 10.10.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DO wtl von 17.10.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DO wtl von 24.10.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DO wtl von 31.10.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DI 05.11.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DI 12.11.2024 13.15-14.45 Ort: Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock;
MI 20.11.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 Erdgeschoß;
DO 28.11.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DO 05.12.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock;
DO 12.12.2024 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock;
MI 08.01.2025 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 11 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
MI 15.01.2025 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
MI 22.01.2025 16.45-18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
DI 28.01.2025 16.45 18.15 Ort: Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock

  • Thursday 03.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 1 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 Erdgeschoß
  • Monday 07.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Friday 11.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 Erdgeschoß
  • Monday 14.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Friday 18.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 Erdgeschoß
  • Monday 21.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Friday 25.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Monday 28.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Monday 04.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Friday 08.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 Erdgeschoß
  • Monday 18.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Friday 22.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 Erdgeschoß
  • Monday 25.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Friday 29.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Monday 02.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Friday 06.12. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Monday 09.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Friday 13.12. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Monday 16.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Friday 10.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Monday 13.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 14 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
  • Friday 17.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
  • Friday 24.01. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 6 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock

Aims, contents and method of the course

The aim of the course is an introduction to basic macroeconomics. Students acquire a basic understanding of macroeconomic questions, terminology, and economic policy.

By the end of the course, students can critically reflect on the theories covered in class and are able to assess economic policy measures. Students will have a basic understanding of:
(1) The factors driving long-term economic growth
(2) The causes of business cycle fluctuations
(3) The operation of the financial sector
(4) Fiscal and monetary policy in the short- and medium-run
(5) Trade and exchange rates in open economies
This course also touches upon gender roles in the labor market, the distribution of income and wealth, and environmental concerns.

Contents:
The course consists of three main building blocks:
1. Macroeconomic Accounts and Aggregate Data
2. Economic Growth
3. Business Cycles

Lectures will take place as scheduled in u:find. A teaching assistant will give an additional tutorial, where practical exercises are discussed. The time of the office hours is to be announced.

Assessment and permitted materials

The evaluation consists of the following components:
- problem sets
- quizzes
- midterm exam
- final exam

Exams are closed book.
Only selected problem sets will be graded. There are regular online quizzes throughout the semester.

Exam dates:
- Midterm: November 13, 2024, 13:15
- Final: January 29, 2025, 13:15

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

The evaluation consists of four components:
35% midterm exam
35% final exam
10% problem sets
20% online quizzes
The minimal requirement for a passing grade is to achieve 50% in total.

Reading list

"Macroeconomics: Understanding the Global Economy," by David Miles, Andrew Scott, and Francis Breedon (3rd edition), Wiley. [in particular Chapters 1–7, 10–20]
“Macroeconomics,” by Olivier Blanchard (global edition, 8th edition), Pearson. [in particular Chapters 3–9, 14–20]

Information

Examination topics

All theories and exercises covered in the lectures and the tutorials.

Association in the course directory

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