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MB 660 (SF) - Economics


Explores the scientific, philosophical, sociological and political foundations of the field of economics and examines how these forces have continued to influence its practice to the present day. This course explores the implications economics in the future will have had for the conduct of business and the leading of organizations.

This is a Sustainability-Focused (SF) course.

Prerequisites & Notes
MB540 (undergraduate BA202 or EC203) or equivalent academic and/or experiential background in macroeconomics recommended.

Assignment Overview
Interactivity: Weekly graded discussions, reflection journals

Final Assessment: Final Paper

Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to do the following: 

  • Envision yourself as an organizational leader, greatly aware of competing economic visions of the future. 
  • Effectively research current economic thinking. 
  • Develop effective strategies for leading organizations in light of past, present, and future economic realities. 
  • Begin practicing effective leadership, based on a solid grounding in economic knowledge in your work organization.


Credits: 3



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