University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Central Banks and Monetary Policy

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 16 hours
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Build toward a degree
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.6

(69 reviews)

Intermediate level
Some related experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 16 hours
Learn at your own pace
Build toward a degree

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Taught in English

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There are 5 modules in this course

You will become familiar with the course, your classmates, and our learning environment. The orientation will also help you obtain the technical skills required for the course.

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1 video6 readings1 quiz

In this module we will study interest rates and financial instruments.

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9 videos1 reading4 quizzes

In this module, we will study the Federal Reserve System, its functions, and its monetary policy tools.

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10 videos1 reading4 quizzes1 peer review

In this module, we will study the link between output, inflation, and unemployment and how monetary policy affects these macroeconomic variables.

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9 videos1 reading4 quizzes

In this module, we will study financial crises and policy responses to these crises.

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8 videos3 readings3 quizzes1 plugin

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4.8 (31 ratings)
Ralf Meisenzahl
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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This course is part of the following degree program(s) offered by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹

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