This course will examine both micro and macro economic topics within the context of the Canadian economy. Students will focus on gaining a broad understanding of economic theory and its application to contemporary economic issues including the impact of free trade agreements. Students will also explore the rapid growth of Canada's Indigenous communities as a driver of the economy.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- 1. Fundamental concepts of Economics
- 2. Scarcity, Trade-Offs and Economic Growth
- 3. The Market, Supply and Demand
- 4. Elasticities, Consumer Behaviour, Externalities, Public Goods and Public Choice
- 5. Production and Costs
- 6. Market Structures
- 8. Introduction to Macroeconomics, Measuring Economic Performance
- 9. Economic Growth in the Global Economy
- 10. Aggregate Demand, Aggregate Supply and Equilibrium
- 11. Fiscal and Monetary Policy
- 12. The contribution of Indigenous communities to the Canadian economy
- 13. International Trade and Free Trade Agreements
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.