ECON 3120 GLB - International Finance and Monetary Systems

Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Applications of the principle of economics to the international monetary system. Special emphasis on the way in which international monetary institutions can facilitate trade. Macroeconomic models of an open economy are used to examine the effect that international trade and financial ties have on the domestic economy. Special topics include institutions such as the World Bank and the IMF, along with regional monetary unification in Europe.
Pre-requisite(s): ECON 2010 and ECON 2020, and earn a “C” or better in MATH 1050, MATH 1080, MATH 1090, or MATH 1210 or; earn a “C” or better in any math course for which either MATH 1050, MATH 1080, or MATH 1090 is a prerequisite or; score 3 or higher on AP Calculus exam or; score 70 or higher on ACCUPLACER College Level Math (CLM) or; score of 26 or higher on Math ACT or; score of 65 or higher on ALEKS.