Macroeconomics Performance Indicators from edX

This course consists of two types of materials. The first type of materials concerns with how to measure the performance of the economy as a whole. The second type of materials concerns how to explain why a country underperforms in one or more of these aspects, and what can be done about it. The behaviour of an economy as a whole is often broadly predictable, but sometimes it can suddenly change. You will learn how to understand macroeconomic data and know how it can be interpreted for analysis.

This MOOC is part of the Professional Certificate in Macroeconomics. We recommend that you explore the other two courses of the program, Macroeconomics Policy and International Macroeconomics. The program is based on an introductory macroeconomics course taught on campus at The University of Queensland. Recent global economic and non-economic events have highlighted the importance of understanding the interconnection between the domestic and the international economy, don't wait to enroll and begin your learning with industry experts now.

If you are interested in pursuing economics further, UQx provides an accompanying Professional Certificate in Microeconomics running in parallel to this course. Building on your knowledge of macroeconomics with this additional program will provide you with a strong foundation of economics.

Overall, this course is for everyone, whether you are studying at university, a career professional interested in expanding your economic knowledge, or simply curious about global economic behaviour and what influences it.

What you'll learn

This course focuses on:

an overview of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and the difference between nominal and real GDP
an insight into the different models of economic growth
lessons on how to measure and identify the various types of unemployment
an exploration into labour markets, including labour supply and demand.

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Appropriate for students interested in the field of Economics

Taught by reputable instructors, KK Tang

Provides a foundation for further study in Economics

Suitable for career professionals who seek to expand their knowledge of Economics

Appropriate for anyone interested in global economic behavior and its influences

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Policy Analyst

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Financial Analyst

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Project Manager

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Sales Manager

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Business Analyst

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Statistician

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Data Analyst

Data analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data to help businesses make informed decisions. This course may be useful for data analysts, as it can help them understand how to measure economic growth, identify the causes of unemployment, and analyze labor markets. This course will help you build a foundation in economic data analysis.

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Operations Manager

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Consultant

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Actuary

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Economist

Economists study how economies work, and use their understanding to help governments, businesses, and individuals make informed decisions. This course may be useful for economists, as it can help them understand how to measure economic growth, identify the causes of unemployment, and analyze labor markets.

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Market Research Analyst

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Human Resources Manager

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Financial Advisor

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Marketing Manager

Marketing managers develop and execute marketing campaigns to promote products and services. This course may be useful for marketing managers, as it can help them understand how to measure economic growth, identify the causes of unemployment, and analyze labor markets.

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