ECON 3393 Computational Methods in Macroeconomics
This course examines how to construct and estimate dynamic stochastic general equilibrium (DSGE) models for comparative policy analysis, interpretingthe relative importance of key policy variables, as well as exogenous forces as key drivers of economic cycles and growth. The course will start with linear models with forward-looking expectations but will also take up nonlinear methods for understanding the zero-lower bound on interest ratesand external borrowing limits of small economies for understanding economic adjustment in times of crisis.
Course overview
- Department
- Economics
- School
- MCAS
- Credits
- 3
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Offered
- Annually
Requirements fulfilled
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 4.27 / 5 · Very Good
- Instructor rating
- 4.44 / 5 · Very Good
- Terms evaluated
- 3
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | Paul D Mcnelis | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 3.6 | 4–6 hrs/week | 46 of 50 |
| Fall 2025 | Paul D Mcnelis | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 1–3 hrs/week | 40 of 45 |
| Spring 2025 | Paul D Mcnelis | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 1–3 hrs/week | 22 of 23 |