Graduate Course Descriptions

Economics (ECO)

ECO 5305 Business and Managerial Economics 3(3-0)
Pre-requisites: ECO 2302 and GBU 4401

This course is concerned with the application of micro- and macro-economic principles to the conduct of business. Emphasis is on understanding how the external economic environment impacts the viability of a firm, as well as the decision making process of different economic agents (consumers, firms, government, etc.) Significant emphasis is placed on the global economy, indicating how other countries' policies can affect the firm. At a minimum, the following subjects will be discussed: pricing, conflict resolution, exchange rate dynamics, market structure, game theory, and risk management.

This is a Core Course for the MBA program

ECO 5306 Economic Development 3(3-0)

This course addresses the most important economic issues faced by developing economies. A special focus is placed on Morocco and the North African and Middle Eastern economies. Students are expected to use economic models to analyze economic questions and to assess economic questions and to assess economic impacts of development projects. They are also expected to analyze and suggest sound economic policies. Special research projects are assigned and discussed by students in this course.

ECO 5310 Introduction to International Economics 3(3-0)

This course is divided into three sections. The first section examines the issue in international trade. Topics include the theory of comparative advantage, the determination of terms of trade, protection in theory and practice. The second section deals with the impact of the international monetary system on international trade, international capital management, employment and growth. The third section provides an introduction to and an overview of the economics of international development.

This is a Foundation Course in the MAISD