Getting to know the instructor may mean a higher grade in exam Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory II

Instructor J.D. Han undergraduate degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE); Ph.D. in macroeconomics-international economics, and monetary-finance; Used to be a professor at Carleton University and University of Toronto, and has been at King’s since 1991 Currently, is chair of the Economics, Business and Mathematics.

Teaching areas: Advanced Macroeconomics 3320; Monetary Economics 2154 /3371; International Finance 2164 /3370. Research Areas: Nascent banking system Financial systems in historical perspectives

Academic Approaches The instructor approaches issues from the perspectives of economics-politics-history-social philosophy; and at the same time tries to apply his “real world experiences and application”. Accordingly, test/exam questions will reflect academic orientations and experiences.

Real World Experiences Was a researcher in international economics of financial crisis in 1997, which has eventually led to a publication of a monograph at the Rottman School, University of Toronto; Became a consultant, working with NYC financial firms such as Goldman Sachs, MSD, and Merrill Lynch, and getting involved in over 90 projects until the incidence. Have been an active board director and the audit committee chairman for Canadian banks for the last 15 years.

Teaching Styles: Pedagogic Focus Not “transfer of Information” But “Helping You to build a Frame of Reference”.

I will endeavor to help you develop an Analytical Tool of macroeconomic issues and policies.

What are we aiming in this course? A Critical Review of Macroeconomics Theories and Policy Practices in the mathematical and historical light. “Skepticism is the Highest Duties” Understand the conditions and conclusions of the times and environments

Corollary I 1. Trying to present “the Entirety of the Model”, and to show how all components organically work together. Peril: Some would feel the instructor may “rushing” through materials. Remedy: He will go over the overall working of the system many times.

Corollary 2 No Time for “Line-by-line” Note-taking Peril: Some ill prepared students may feel dizzy at the speed of moving from one point to another. Remedy: I provide a detailed lecture note of full exposition, not just summary.

I am going extra miles to help you: 1.There are Review Questions - very important for tests and exams; these questions are covered in class. - catch: I NEVER provide the solution in class or by . If I did, it would encourage lazziness. -What if you missed the class or could not answer the review questions: Come to office hours.

2. We will have a Review before each test and exam. - catch: It covers 85%, not all the details.

Class Lecture Notes Is located at the Course Webpage

How to Prepare for Tests and Exams Attend all classes; Go over the lecture notes; If you have time, you may read the related materials. Review questions would be helpful; Work on them, and come to the office hours for discussion.

How to help reduce anxiety around tests and exam periods Come to Regular and Special Office Hours; face-to-face question sessions; Do not hesitate to send me an for help. Do NOT send an within a 24 hour period prior to tests and exam; s may only increase anxiety on both sides.

Relationship with Students I would like to be goal-oriented -My expectations are high, but not one-dimensional; my goal is to help you develop liking to macroeconomics, not to get popular. I would like us to have mutual respect and appreciation - In the Catholic spirits, I would like to help a ‘weak’ student realizing potential without neglecting a strong student. My first and foremost principle guiding our relationship is to be fair and honest to all