Foundations of Modern Macroeconomics by Ben J. Heijdra is a textbook aimed at undergraduate economics students at university level (WO). It addresses important themes in modern macroeconomics and provides a clear overview of various theoretical models, from IS-LM to the most recent Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium methods. This book is suitable for anyone who wants to understand the complex world of macroeconomics using nothing more than undergraduate mathematical skills.
Overview
This textbook presents a coherent picture of macroeconomic theories and models, with attention to current topics such as dynamic programming and the New Keynesian DSGE model. Each chapter includes a summary and a bibliography for further study. The text has been carefully structured to make complex concepts accessible without specialized prior knowledge, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals who want to delve into modern macroeconomic research.
Product specifications
- Author: Ben J. Heijdra (Professor of Macroeconomics, University of Groningen)
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication date: 2017-07-27
- Number of pages: 944
- ISBN: 9780198784135
- Subject: Monetary economics
- BISAC: BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Economics / Macroeconomics
About the author
Ben J. Heijdra is a senior researcher in the field of macroeconomics with a focus on policy and theoretical models, such as aging and environmental economics. He is affiliated with the University of Groningen and various research networks, and is active as an editorial board member of academic journals.