FM
4.0Reviewed Sep 28, 2020
It was a nice experience. Maybe could agregatte some information about international trade or markets un Australia intead of GFC. The course is very good!!!. Congrats
Excellent inside view of the Australian Economy!
Understanding the Australian economy: An introduction to macroeconomic and financial policies
This four-week, four-module course explores selective aspects of the Australian economy, with emphasis on macroeconomic and financial policies. The course introduces participants to several key attributes of the Australian economy and discusses how they are influenced by both domestic and international forces. We will examine some of the key issues and dilemmas facing the Australian economy and how policymakers can deal with them using monetary and fiscal policies. There will also be a discussion on the still-fresh 2007-2010s global financial crisis, the lessons learned, and how policymakers deal with the aftermath. Discussions will be centered around sound economic theories and reasoning, and utilize actual data whenever applicable. Applications of the economic reasoning and theories to current, real-world issues pertaining to the Australian economy will also be provided. In addition to conventional lectures, the course also contains several interviews with relevant experts and practitioners. No prior knowledge or training in economics is required.
Status: Financial Policy
Status: International Finance
Course14 hours
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HL
5.0Reviewed Oct 15, 2020
I've gained wide knowledge of the Australian economy from the professor.
MT
4.0Reviewed Aug 12, 2021
Great overview of the Australian economy and the role of both monetary and fiscal policy. Using the GFC to bring the learnings to life with real examples was a great way to conclude the course.
LT
4.0Reviewed May 27, 2021
A breif introduction of the macroeconomy especially the period of GFC. Easy to understand. Thanks, Denny.
AA
5.0Reviewed Mar 12, 2023
Very interesting and educational.Keep it up
JA
5.0Reviewed Apr 30, 2022
Myself , Jyoti Aggarwal just completed this course but have not received certificate yet. paid 59$ to get the certificate.
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David Margelisch
5.0
Reviewed Sep 14, 2020Sharmine
5.0
Reviewed May 18, 2020amazing teaching, it was fun learning.
VALERIA LAISHA GARCIA TAMEZ
5.0
Reviewed Apr 19, 2021Excellent content and profesor
ghadi wakim
4.0
Reviewed Dec 17, 2020Great course and explanatory videos, i rated it 4 stars because I also wanted more information about the main sources of revenues of the Australian economy, more details about the imports exports and room for future growth.
But overall this course provides good information and is well organized for a better understanding.
DANG LE HAI AN
3.0
Reviewed Mar 10, 2025This course provides a strong foundation in economics, covering essential theoretical concepts. However, it leans too heavily on mathematical models and analytical frameworks, rather than explaining real-world applications, social dynamics, political factors, or Australia's specific economic structure. One aspect I particularly enjoyed was the expert interviews, which introduced diverse perspectives and insightful discussions, making the content more engaging. That said, the slide design is quite dry and difficult to follow, whereas the reading list is well-curated and valuable. Additionally, given that Australia’s economy has undergone significant changes post-COVID, I believe the course materials should be updated to reflect these recent developments.
Rob Versaw
3.0
Reviewed Mar 15, 2026This was essentially a macroeconomics course with historical Australian examples. I would have expected more current examples and more understanding of why things were the way they were, instead of just that they were the way they were. Interesting, but I would title the course, Macroeconomics: Australian Examples pre 2012.
Dan Hsu
5.0
Reviewed Jun 10, 2021Very informative and helpful for me to understand basic economic principles, and learn to utilize the models to analyse the government's policies' impact on the economy.
This course's module-4 focuses on the 2007-2010 GFC -- it is an interesting and enlightening part, not only providing knowledge on the causes and impacts of the GFC, also opinions, analysis and conclusions from perspectives of experts who were involved in the policy-making during the GFC.
Ezra Brooks
5.0
Reviewed Jul 27, 2020After translating the transcript into my personal note folder as a way of memorising key points about the Australian economy i am super satisfied with this course completion as i have learned very useful information which is extremely important !
Thank You
JA Excellence Academy
5.0
Reviewed Apr 30, 2022Myself , Jyoti Aggarwal just completed this course but have not received certificate yet. paid 59$ to get the certificate.
Linh Nguyen
5.0
Reviewed Nov 21, 2020That course created a picture of Australia's economic through 19-21 century. With model IM-LS
Hoa Trung Le
5.0
Reviewed Oct 15, 2020I've gained wide knowledge of the Australian economy from the professor.
Abiy Abreha
5.0
Reviewed Mar 13, 2023Very interesting and educational.
Keep it up
Jacobus Marthinus van der Berg
5.0
Reviewed Oct 21, 2020Very comprehensiveve
Michael Tee
4.0
Reviewed Aug 12, 2021Great overview of the Australian economy and the role of both monetary and fiscal policy. Using the GFC to bring the learnings to life with real examples was a great way to conclude the course.
Fernando Federico Medina
4.0
Reviewed Sep 28, 2020It was a nice experience. Maybe could agregatte some information about international trade or markets un Australia intead of GFC. The course is very good!!!. Congrats
Ling Tang
4.0
Reviewed May 27, 2021A breif introduction of the macroeconomy especially the period of GFC. Easy to understand. Thanks, Denny.
Leonel Campos
4.0
Reviewed Mar 2, 2021Good course, a worthy subject, a great teacher!