Description: This program introduces you to the fundamental principles of economics. Special emphasis is placed on macroeconomics and topics of importance to you as a banker. The course covers the basics of economic theory and includes examples of the application of economics to banking.

Audience: Bank personnel who have not had a formal course in Economics and wish to increase their understanding of economics as it relates to banking.

Learning Objectives: After successfully completing this program, you will be able to:

• Interpret the economic indicators published in the media
• Relate basic principles of economic theory to the business cycle and business organization
• Describe the causes of inflation, its effects, and the ways it is measured
• Compare and contrast economic systems
• Relate the fundamental concepts of supply and demand theory and Keynesian economics

AIB Credit: 3
ACE Credit: 3

16 weeks
$450/$600*
* $15.00 shipping fee for materials will be added.