ECON 347
Fall 2026
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01
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This course applies macroeconomic theory and econometric tools to evaluate the empirical evidence on the timing and effect of monetary policy decisions on the economy. The course will explore several transmission channels of monetary policy, such as the interest rate, asset price, and credit channels. Students will read about and evaluate key empirical results in the current literature throughout the semester and write a research paper of their own. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ECON |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: ECON300/ECON303 AND ECON302 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Economics Minor)(Economics) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 90% or above |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Blanchard. 2025. Macroeconomics. 9th Ed
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Examinations and Assignments:
Problems sets, one examination, and a final paper |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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| Instructor(s): Boulware,Karl David Times: .M.W... 01:20PM-02:40PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 23 | | SR major: 12 | JR major: 11 | | |
| Seats Available: 23 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 0 | FR: 0 |
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