Macroeconomics is a branch of economics that aims to explain the functioning of the national economy as a whole. Macroeconomics looks at the behavior of a nation's economic aggregates, whereas microeconomics studies decisions made by individual consumers and business firms. The objectives of this course are to introduce the student to the basic principles of macroeconomic analysis, to illustrate how macroeconomics can be used to help understand the world around us, especially issues presented in the media. Topics include: national income analysis and determination, inflation, unemployment, fiscal and monetary policy, money and banking, national debt, and international trade. Emphasis on the everyday applications of macroeconomics makes this more than just a pure theory course.
Microeconomics and Macroeconomics can be taken concurrently or in any order.
Prerequisites
Pre-calculus 11, or equivalent, or active registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
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.
- Introduction to Economics
- Review of Microeconomics
- Measuring Economic Activity
- Output Gap
- Business Cycles
- Unemployment
- Price Level and Inflation
- Aggregate Expenditure Model
- Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply Multiplier
- Fiscal Policy
- Money and Banking
- Monetary Policy Balance of Trade
- Exchange Rate and the Open Economy
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40874 |
January 6, 2027 to April 23, 2027 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
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.