The course aims to provide students with an overview of the mechanisms and processes of the Australian economy. Emphasis is given to current economic issues, institutions and policies including government spending, taxation and deregulation, income distribution, industries, labour market and unemployment, banking and financial services .
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
On completion of this course, students will have an overall grasp of the structure and operation of the Australian economy, and be able to consider, analyse and critically evaluate key issues and ideas that influence and shape it.
Indicative Assessment
1. Mid-semester exam addressing lecture, tutorial and reading content (20%)
2. Fully researched and referenced essay analysing a major economic phenomenon (2,000 words) (40%)
3. Final exam addressing lecture, tutorial and reading content (30%)
4. Attendance and participation (10%)
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Workload
Classes will meet twice weekly for two-hour sessions.Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
Lewis, Philip et al. (2007) Issues, Indicators and Ideas: A guide to the Australian Economy. South Melbourne: Addison, Wesley, Longman.Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
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- Student Contribution Band:
- 3
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
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