Course Code: N1I00548 Credits: 3.0
Total Hours: 48
Prerequisites: Advanced Mathematics, Probability Theory, Western Economics
Target Students: Undergraduate students majoring in Business Administration, Marketing, Logistics Management, and E-commerce
Course Description:
Advanced Economics is a 3-credit core course designed for senior undergraduate students in Business Administration, Marketing, Logistics Management, and E-commerce. The course aims to deepen students’ understanding of economic theories and equip them with advanced tools for economic analysis, laying a solid theoretical foundation for graduate studies and future academic research. It covers both macroeconomics and microeconomics through a topic-based approach, focusing on core intermediate-level economic theories.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completing this course, students will be able to:
Master core concepts and models in both microeconomics and macroeconomics;
Use graphs and mathematical derivations to understand and interpret economic theories;
Apply economic models to real-world problems, analyze economic phenomena, and propose reasonable policy recommendations.
Teaching Methods:
The course primarily adopts a heuristic lecture-based approach supplemented by seminar-style instruction, with an emphasis on the integration of theory and practice. Methods include:
Heuristic lectures: Systematic knowledge delivery by instructors to help students grasp foundational economic theories and core concepts;
Case analysis: Application of economic theory through real or simulated economic scenarios;
Seminars and discussions: Foster communication skills and teamwork through interactive dialogue and group work;
Independent reading and research: Encourage students to extend their learning beyond the classroom and develop a deeper understanding of real-world economic issues.
Assessment Methods:
Final grades consist of two components:
Class performance (50%): Evaluates students’ self-learning ability, PPT creation skills, teamwork, punctuality, academic integrity, and communication skills;
Final exam (50%): A theoretical examination that comprehensively assesses students’ understanding and ability to apply economic theories.
