PH
Dec 8, 2015
Excellent overview economics course. Dr. Allard does a fantastic job explaining basic economic concepts and principles so that a novice can better understand this one critical aspect of their world.
KK
Dec 26, 2015
Great insights, I now feel like I am macro-economically literate and I will be using this information when interviewing and now possible grilling certain politicians in my town!
Thank you Gayle!
By sanjeev k
•Dec 4, 2016
One of the Best Course on understanding economics policy making basics. Really enjoyed the course. Get to learn a lot. Quiz and peer grading assignment are challenging and get to know how to apply the theory in practice.
By Praveen
•Aug 28, 2015
This is a very good course to understand macro economics & how to read current world economic scenario. I did this course once in past & I am not taking it again. It is good to do once in 6 months until you master it...
By Joseph M C
•Oct 6, 2017
This was an excellent course for me. It has enabled me make sense of economic data, and aroused my interest to go further and study more. Thank you for offering this course. It has been a wonderful experience this far.
By Андрей А А
•Mar 1, 2021
Very clear explanation of policymaking and macroeconomic forces it rises. The practical part helps a lot to consolidate the theory. Gives a good kick-start for own high-level economic research. Thanks Gayle Allard!
By Danilo A E
•Aug 24, 2015
Very nice material, goes directly to the point.
Very practical approach.
For those interested in the Keynesian economic view, altough not explicited in the material this is the Economic School chosen for the course.
By Rasha A
•Nov 2, 2015
This course is one of the most well organized and easy to follow and understad, in the same way it is very compitable with the Idea of online learning , it is not boaring not long and right to the point
keep it up
By Зарина К
•Dec 13, 2020
The basics of macroeconomics are explained in more detail and clearly. Some points are remembered better, and there were also links to deepen their knowledge and information in general. Thank you for this course!
By Amit P
•May 4, 2016
The best thing about the course is that it doesn't seem rushed. Everything is explained at a good pace. Moreover, the syllabus is quite unique in the sense that it seamlessly connects theory with the real world.
By Maleeha C
•Dec 10, 2015
A short course very well explained. it covers key points in economics, thus making the understanding of economic policymaking easy. very well explained by the instructor. look forward to doing similar courses.
By Yoke Y C
•Jul 3, 2020
The course make me understand the connection of all the importanct economic indicators i.e. GDP, Policy, interest rate. You will have a better concept to apply those knowledge in reading those data and news.
By Hau M C
•Dec 11, 2017
Very useful course, i feel i can read the newspaper and more informed on the economic decision made by country each day. Highly recommended for people who want to learn more about day to day policy making.
By Tarif T K
•Aug 21, 2020
I've had introductory, intermediate, and advanced macroeconomic courses in my undergrad life. This course has completely changed the perspective of the macroeconomy even though it only covered the basics.
By Longfei
•Feb 27, 2016
This class is organized in a very clear and logical way. The instructor is very knowledgeable and conveyed her teaching clearly. This is one of a few Coursera classes that i get the most benefits from.
By Douglas W
•Apr 3, 2020
Very insightful and challenging course. I would encourage anyone looking to pursue a career in legislation to learn. Thanks So much to Prof Allard for her insights into economics and the way they work.
By Juan E I G
•Feb 8, 2016
Excelente para tener un acercamiento general y amplio sobre los comportamientos macroeconómicos. Quizás el nivel de detalle no es muy profundo, pero es un buen inicio en la macroeconomía.
By Bharath M
•Aug 27, 2017
Professor Allard Explains things in a pellucid way .She's got that gift of gab .Once you successfully finish the course ,policy news are no more alien terms to you. Thanks Much Professor
By Mounir A S
•Jan 18, 2022
One of the greatest courses I ever attended both online and in person. Great introduction for someone with modest knowledge of economics and wants to know it all!
Thank you so much!
By Paul O F
•Jan 27, 2021
Es un excelente curso introductorio a la macroeconomía. Muy recomendable para cualquier persona que se inicie en estudios económicos básicos o que simplemente le interese el tema.
By Edwin M
•Oct 10, 2023
Very well taught by Gayle. Good understanding of policy making using a macroeconomic approach. Would encourage anyone who is interested in understanding policymaking to take it
By Luis C C E
•Jul 21, 2016
Me gustó mucho este curso, lástima que no pude acceder a mis resultados de los exámenes ya que necesitaba pagar aunque no estaba aplicando al certificado.
Muchas gracias!
By Viktoria Y B
•Nov 22, 2021
The Understanding economic policymaking course was very helpful to me. It helped to structure knowledge and to practice applying various tools of economic policy.
By Kamran A A
•Apr 8, 2020
I think in terms of easily understanding and learning it is suitable
for everyone to learn some basic macro economic knowledge and be able to use it in real life
By Jeremy R M
•Dec 15, 2015
This is a great intro to economics. It's a timeless subject that is explained very well by Professor Allard of IE, Madrid. I would recommend this course to anyone.
By Sourav M S
•May 26, 2020
This is a very good economic course that is conducted excellently by Prof. Gayle Allard. She explains all the topics with useful insights and easy to understand.
By Nadav R
•Jun 25, 2018
The teacher is great. The material is easy to understand. I have found myself reading news I wouldn't have cared about in the past. I am glad I took this course.