ECW2730 Macroeconomic policy
Faculty of Business and Economics
ECW2730 Macroeconomic policy is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Malaysia. It needs ECX1200, ECW1102, ECF1200, ECC1100 or ECB1102 and unlocks 4 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 2 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ECW2730
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After ECW2730
4 units list ECW2730 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
Macroeconomic policy as it affects the open economy; policy consequences of consumption and investment decisions; analysis of policies with respect to the real exchange rate and trade balance; policy responses to assets price movements; policy goals under different international monetary systems; the economic benefits and costs of optimum currency areas; how policy-makers in Australia try to stabilise the economy.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Written70%
- Presentation30%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
utilise macroeconomic theories, concepts, and models to gain valuable insights into complex issues within both local and global economies
- 2
apply critical thinking and leverage a range of analytical tools to propose macroeconomic policy solutions that are both effective and feasible
- 3
apply research skills and an evidence-based approach when addressing macroeconomic policy challenges
- 4
effectively communicate macroeconomic policy matters to diverse audiences with clarity and insight
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Where it fits
ECW2730 is part of 1 area of study in the 2026 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Grace Lee
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ECW2730?
You need ECX1200, ECW1102, ECF1200, ECC1100 or ECB1102 before you enrol.
What can I take after ECW2730?
ECW2730 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 4 units, including ECB3143, ECC3660, ECF3143 and ECM3140.
When is ECW2730 offered?
In 2026, ECW2730 runs in Semester 1 at Malaysia.
How much work is ECW2730?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ECW2730 have an exam?
No. ECW2730 has 2 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include ECW2730?
ECW2730 is part of Economics and strategy for business.