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Presentation
Presentation
Curricular unit that aims to explain the basic foundations of economics and its relationship with policymakers.
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Class from course
Class from course
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Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Bachelor | Semestral | 5
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Year | Nature | Language
Year | Nature | Language
1 | Mandatory | Português
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Code
Code
ULP290-98
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Prerequisites and corequisites
Prerequisites and corequisites
Not applicable
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Professional Internship
Professional Internship
Não
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Syllabus
Syllabus
1. Economics, Microeconomics and Fundamental Economic Concepts 2. Market, Demand and Supply 3. Market Failures 4. Public Policy 5. Macroeconomics and Fundamental Macroeconomic Indicators 6. International Macroeconomics and Other Macroeconomic Indicators 7. Business Cycles and Short-Term Economic Policy
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Objectives
Objectives
Achieve mastery of the basic concepts and theories of economics, in its analytical and political dimension. Serve as a preparation of students for a better understanding and mastery of economic concepts and international economics. Provide students with the necessary training to achieve good preparation in macroeconomic issues, essential for government intervention.
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Teaching methodologies and assessment
Teaching methodologies and assessment
Traditional learning Inquiry-based learning Problem-Based Learning Case study-based learning The assessment will consist of two components: two individual tests and a group work. This group work will enable students to enhance their problem-based learning.
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References
References
Grilo, F. Sebenta de Introdução à Economia. (2025) Mankiw, N. G. Principles of Economics . Western College Pub (2017). Burda, M., & Wyplosz, C. - Macroeconomics: a European text . Oxford university press (2013).
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Office Hours
Office Hours
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Mobility
Mobility
No
