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      Rice University

      Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics - The Big Picture

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Economic Development, Financial Policy, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Business Metrics, Public Policies, Performance Metric, International Finance, Fiscal Management, Investments, Labor Relations, Financial Market

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Macroeconomics: Foundations and Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Economic Development, International Finance, Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Economics, Supply And Demand, Socioeconomics, Estimation, Fiscal Management, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Social Sciences, Market Dynamics, Accounting, Policy Development, Critical Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Financial Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Investment Banking, Risk Management, Financial Market, Financial Regulation, Financial Services, Finance, Business Risk Management, Securities (Finance), Financial Policy, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Capital Markets, Behavioral Economics, Banking, Corporate Finance, Governance, Investments, Insurance, Underwriting, Derivatives, Market Dynamics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Microeconomics: The Power of Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Resource Allocation, Tax, Public Policies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Decision Making

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Macroeconomics for Business Management

      Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Business Economics, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Supply And Demand, Investments

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      433 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Columbia University

      Economics of Money and Banking

      Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Derivatives, Financial Systems, Balance Sheet, Financial Market, Payment Systems, Banking, Capital Markets, Economics, Market Liquidity, Financial Regulation, Finance, Market Dynamics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Econometrics: Methods and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Predictive Analytics, Probability, Linear Algebra, Peer Review

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Microeconomics Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Behavioral Economics, Resource Allocation, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Cost Benefit Analysis, Decision Making, Critical Thinking

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Narrative Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      776 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      A Story of Economics: A Principles Tale

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economic Development, Game Theory, Financial Policy, Cost Accounting, Tax, Market Analysis, International Relations, Business Metrics, Public Policies, Operating Cost, Performance Metric, International Finance, Fiscal Management, Consumer Behaviour, Investments, Labor Relations

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      111 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Microeconomics Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Policy Analysis, Business, Behavioral Economics, Business Operations, Economic Development, Price Negotiation, Socioeconomics, Consumer Behaviour, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Strategy, Market Research, Public Policies, Competitive Analysis, Resource Allocation, Revenue Management, Market Analysis

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IE Business School

      Globalization, Economic Growth and Stability

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, International Finance, Public Policies, Economics, Economic Development, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Economics, Market Opportunities, International Relations, Tax, Global Marketing, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Demography, Business Risk Management, Crisis Management, Fiscal Management, Supply And Demand, Analysis, Financial Systems

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular macroeconomics courses

    • Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics - The Big Picture: Rice University
    • Macroeconomics: Foundations and Insights: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Financial Markets: Yale University
    • Microeconomics: The Power of Markets: University of Pennsylvania
    • Macroeconomics for Business Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Economics of Money and Banking: Columbia University
    • Econometrics: Methods and Applications: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Microeconomics Principles: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Narrative Economics: Yale University
    • A Story of Economics: A Principles Tale: Rice University

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Macroeconomics

    Macroeconomics is the field of economics that studies trends in the overall economy, whether at the level of a state, a country, or the entire world. In contrast to microeconomics, which studies the economic decision-making of individuals, macroeconomics examines how the aggregated decisions of all the individuals in an economy are shaped by large-scale factors such as interest rates, inflation, productivity, and tax and trade policies.

    The importance of macroeconomics to understanding the business landscape has only grown in recent decades, as the march of globalization has made international economies ever more interdependent. Macroeconomic conditions within and between countries can create opportunities as well as challenges; for example, differences in labor costs or tariffs may enable a company to lower production costs with international supply chains.

    Similarly, understanding macroeconomics is an important part of understanding national and international politics. Gross domestic product (GDP) growth is a core goal of any government, and economists play a central role in determining the macroeconomic policies needed to achieve this. Macroeconomic conditions in a country can also influence its positions in international trade negotiations as well as its motivations in cross-border conflicts or alliances.‎

    Top decision-makers at large companies (and especially multinational corporations) rely on macroeconomic insights to aid in strategic management decisions. A chief operating officer (COOs) might use economic trends to inform demand forecasts; a chief financial officer (CFO) needs to keep a close eye on interest rates in evaluating different financing strategies; and a chief executive officer (CEO) could seek opportunities for expansion through overseas mergers & acquisitions (M&A) in a fast-growing emerging market.

    Economists with a particularly deep expertise in macroeconomics may become academic researchers in some cases, or else may work in government roles. By using statistical and econometric techniques, economists can uncover new insights into the factors driving economic growth - and, potentially, provide guidance to policymakers accordingly. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, economists earned a median annual salary of $105,020 in 2019, and typically had at least a master’s degree and often a Ph.D. in economics.‎

    Certainly. Coursera offers a full range of online learning opportunities on macroeconomics and related business topics such as financial markets, strategic management, and banking. These courses and Specializations are taught by top-ranked schools like the University of California, Irvine, Columbia University, and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, so you won’t have to settle for a lower quality education to learn online. And, with significantly lower tuition costs than on-campus students, learning about macroeconomics on Coursera is a smart investment in driving your own personal growth.‎

    The field of macroeconomics draws on knowledge of larger markets and governmental policy, so experience in finance, accounting, investing, or banking will benefit you. The knowledge that involvement in the business field brings can also help you gain a grasp of basic macroeconomic concepts such as supply and demand and monetary policy. Having a familiarity with political science is also a plus when it comes to learning about macroeconomics because you’ll have a foundation of understanding about how government actions affect the markets. Experience with upper-level mathematics or statistics will also give you an advantage in studying macroeconomics because of the level of data analysis that macroeconomics involves.‎

    Anyone with an analytical mind can perform well in a career in macroeconomics because jobs in that field often rely on modeling and financial analysis to determine trends and issue forecasts. Individuals with business experience, especially in larger corporations, are well-suited to work in macroeconomics roles because they have firsthand knowledge of how decision-making processes work in larger organizations, as well as how those decisions affect various groups of people. People with backgrounds in accounting can also understand the principles that drive macroeconomics, which prepares them well for careers in the field. Macroeconomics also sits at the junction of finance and politics, so people with an understanding of different forms of government and how they approach financial decisions often have the skills to excel in macroeconomics jobs.‎

    A knowledge of macroeconomics is an excellent skill set for someone who wants to work with and analyze financial markets on a large scale. As government economic policies and multinational corporations have an increasing effect on the marketplace as a whole, macroeconomics expertise increasingly comes in handy for making business plans. The ability to understand and analyze economic data can help you identify trends and forecast future financial direction. Whether you're in the market for a new job or want to advance in your current workplace, learning the principles and applications of macroeconomics can help you improve your career in business and take advantage of opportunities to achieve greater success.‎

    Online Macroeconomics courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Macroeconomics skills. Choose from a wide range of Macroeconomics courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Macroeconomics, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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