Advanced Macroeconomics

10 Credit points

Qualification goals

Students are expected to earn advanced knowledge in macroeconomics. They should develop the ability to analyze macroeconomic interactions based on a thorough understanding of their microeconomic foundations. The ultimate target is that students should be able to critically evaluate the assumptions, the outcomes and the implications of up-to-date macroeconomic models.

Content

Up-to-date advanced macroeconomic theoretical models and analysis of their empirical and forecasting powers. Nominal and financial market frictions in macroeconomics and their empirical relevance.

Components and semester hours per week

Lecture (4 semester hours per week) and supplementary study class (2 semester hours per week)

Frequency

Summer semester

Examination performance

Written examination (60 minutes).