Learning Outcomes:
On completing this module, you will be able to:
* Understand and describe the key features and characteristics of the broad economic and financial environment
* Demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical frameworks within which policymakers operate and within which consumers
and businesses operate
*Understand the role of policymakers and how they operate and what they seek to achieve
*Understand current economic developments and challenges against relevant theoretical frameworks
*Understand how economic outcomes impact on society
*Understand the forces and impact of ESG
*Relate economic theory to the real world of business
*Read, understand and interpret the financial and economic press
Indicative Module Content:
Topic 1
Introduction to Economics; Economic Growth v Economic Welfare;
Business & Society;
Topic 2
Economic Policy Making & Society
Topic 3
Introduction to Business Economics and impact on Society
Topic 4
ESG; the Circular Economy and Environmental Issues
Topic 5
Update on global economic developments and some key global challenges that will impact on the economic and business environment.