UNIVERSITY OF ST. FRANCIS
SYLLABUS
ECON 211A ‑ INTERMEDIATE MACROECONOMICS Dr. Veree Ethridge
3 Credit Hours Fall 2007
T‑TH 12:30 – 1:45 p.m.
PREREQUISITES: ECON 102
REQUIRED TEXT: Macroeconomics by Robert Gordon, 10th Edition.
http://www.stfrancis.edu/ba/vereee/index.htm
http://www.awlonline.com/gordon
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Additional readings will be assigned in class or given as handouts or available
on the Web.
OBJECTIVES:
This course will provide the student with an advanced level analysis of aggregate levels of income, employment and the price level. Emphasis will also be placed on macroeconomic monetary and fiscal policies as well as current economic topics using an international analysis.
TENTATIVE COURSE OUTLINE:
Week Topic Text Chapter
Aug. 21 Introduction
Review ‑ Macro terms/symbols 1
Aug. 28 Measurement of Income 2
Sept. 4 Spending, Income -Keynesian Theory 3
Sept. 13 EXAM I ‑ CHAPTERS 1‑3 & READINGS/All handouts
Sept. 18 IS‑LM Model 4
Sept. 25 National Savings, Budget 5
International Trade & Macro Policy 6
Oct. 2 EXAM II ‑ CHAPTERS 4‑6 & READINGS
Oct. 9 Aggregate Demand & Supply 7
Inflation 8
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TENTATIVE COURSE OUTLINE:
Week Topic Text Chapter
Oct. 23 Stabilization Policy 9
Economic Growth 10
Oct. 30 Econ. Growth, cont 11 (exclude pp355-359)
Nov. 13 Government Budget 12
Money 13
Nov. 20 Consumption Behavior 15
Nov. 27 New Classical vs. New Keynesian 17
Dec. 10-13 Optional FINAL EXAM
GRADING POLICY:
Optional with Final
Exams I‑IV = 400 points 630 points = A
Optional Final = 100 points 560 points = B
Assignments = 100 points 490 points = C
Participation = 100 points 420 points = D
Total 700 points
Exams I-IV = 400 points 540 points = A
Assignments = 100 points 480 points = B
Participation = 100 points 420 points = C
360 points = D
Total 600 points
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PARTICIPATION:
Class participation grade is based on 50 points for assigned discussion topic, presentation and report and 50 points for day‑to‑day participation.
HOMEWORK:
Assignments will be given in class which will total to 100 points in value. Due date will be announced at that time. NO late papers will be accepted (without prior approval). Additional readings will be assigned. Missed exams must have prior approval in order to take a make‑up test.
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday & Wednesday 11:00 – 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
And by appointment
Office – N222
Phone – 740-3849
E-MAIL: vethridge@stfrancis.edu
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Academic Integrity:
Students have an obligation to exhibit honesty in carrying out their academic
assignments. Students may be found to have violated this obligation if they plagiarize or
cheat. Plagiarism is presenting the work of others as one’s own. Cheating is taking,
giving or accepting any illicit advantage for any course work inside or outside of the
classroom.
ADA Statement:
The University strives to be in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations. To this end,
a student who requires special support or arrangements due to a disability should contact the Academic Resource Center,
Library L 214, 815-740-5060 to coordinate accommodations. This contact should occur no later than the first week of
classes in order to allow for sufficient time to provide accommodations. Should a need arrive after the start of a semester,
the student is encouraged to contact the ARC as soon as possible. Each case will be reviewed on an individual case.
Academic Resources:
If you need academic-related resources or assistance, please contact the Academic
Resource Center on the second floor of the USF Library, Room 214, or call them at
(815) 740-5060.
USF Mission Statement:
As a Catholic university rooted in the liberal arts, we are a welcoming community of
learners challenged by Franciscan values and charism, engaged in a continuous pursuit of
knowledge, faith, wisdom and justice, and ever mindful of a tradition that emphasizes
reverence for creation, compassion and peacemaking. We strive for academic excellence
in all programs, preparing women and men to contribute to the world through service and
leadership.
College of Business Mission Statement:
The mission of the College of Business is to offer undergraduate and graduate degree
programs that are career oriented and focus on academic excellence. Undergraduate
programs are designed for traditional and nontraditional students providing a blend of
professional studies, technology and a strong liberal arts curriculum. Graduate programs
are designed for working professionals and are practitioner based. All programs in the
College of Business are driven by the University’s Catholic Franciscan mission.
The College seeks to inspire in its students a love of knowledge and truth and to instill the
Franciscan values of respect, compassion, integrity and service.
Policies not covered in this syllabus will be handled in accordance with the USF catalog.