Think Like an Economist: Economic Fundamentals and Globalization for Executives

Overview

Delivery method

In-person

Duration

2 days

Audience

Executives

Description

Executives must integrate economic reasoning in policy decisions. This course covers key economic concepts, challenges assumptions, and applies economic thinking to real-world challenges. Emphasizing how economic objectives intersect with foreign policy, trade, international assistance, and security, this course supports executives in grounding decisions in sound economic principles.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• apply economic concepts and reasoning to analyze economic welfare and growth drivers, international commerce, and policy dynamics
• challenge common economic myths
• integrate Canadian economic positioning and security into strategic policymaking
• interpret key economic indicators and global developments relevant to Canada’s interests and international engagement