Money and Banking: The Federal Reserve System

Overview/Description
To describe the structure and functions of the Federal Reserve System, and discuss its independence

Target Audience
Business students and employees seeking a broad understanding of the development and operation of American financial institutions

Prerequisites
An understanding of basic economics

Expected Duration
3:00 Hours

Objectives:

Money and Banking: The Federal Reserve System

  • To explain the structure and functions of the Federal Reserve System
  • To discuss arguments for and against the independence of central banks
  • To explain how the Federal Reserve System calculates and controls the money supply in the economy


    • Course Number: KMB26SE