ECO5000 Economics for Managers (FOBUS)

Semester 2 (ONC)Toowoomba (ONC)Springfld (WEB)Toowoomba (EXT)Toowoomba

Semester 3 (WEB)Toowoomba (EXT)Toowoomba

Units 1.0 (Economics) Band 3A

Students are required to have access to a personal computer, e-mail capabilities and Internet access to USQConnect. Current details of computer requirements can be found at <http://www.usq.edu.au/business/aboutfob.htm>.

Synopsis

Economics for Managers provides the manager with an understanding of economics and its role in managerial decision making. The course is focused on modern economic thinking and its relevance to business and management. Macroeconomic and microeconomic topics are covered with attention to some international economic perspectives. Time devoted to assessment has been shortened so that students can devote maximum time to study and understanding economics.