Economics for Bankers  
Course Length: 16 weeks
AIB Credit:  3
Price: $425 (plus S&H of $12.50)

Course Description:  This program introduces you to the fundamental principles of economics. Special emphasis is placed on macroeconomics and topics of importance to you as a banker. The course covers the basics of economic theory and includes examples of the application of economics to banking.
 
Audience:  Bank personnel who have not had a formal course in Economics and wish to increase their understanding of economics as it relates to banking.
 
Learning Objectives:  After successfully completing this program, you will be able to:

• Interpret the economic indicators published in the media
• Relate basic principles of economic theory to the business cycle and business organization
• Describe the causes of inflation, its effects, and the ways it is measured
• Compare and contrast economic systems
• Relate the fundamental concepts of supply and demand theory and Keynesian economics

Prerequisites:  None
Required Software:  None