1. First Day of Class Economics 2154 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory and Policy

2. Course Outline KUC website Hard copy Our course website

3. Instructor J.D. Han did Politics, economics and philosophy in the undergraduate; Was trained in macroeconomics, international economics, finance and monetary economics, and economic history; Does research in Free Trade Agreements, International Migration, and Financial History.

4. Started research in international economics of financial crisis in 1997, which eventually led to a publication of a monograph at the University of Toronto; Was a consultant for NYC financial firms such as GS, MSD, and ML, and was involved in over 60 projects; Was a consultant for major financial companies of East Asia for post-Financial Crisis restructuring.

5. Bottom Line is The instructor teaches economic theories and at the same time brings in his “real world experiences” to the classroom;

6. Teaching Method Not Information but “Frame of Reference”; Not trees only but the Forest Not just facts but “Functioning of the Entire Economic System”

7. As a result(1), Some would feel anxious as the instructor may be “rushing” through materials; However, he will go over the overall working of the system many times.

8. As a result(2), There will be test and exam questions related to real world issues;

9. Class Lectures My lecture notes Course Webpage Review Questions

10. How to Prepare for Tests and Exams Attend all classes; Go over the lecture notes; Review questions would be sufficient; There will be no surprise question.

11. 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 e-mail for help Do NOT send an e-mail within a 24 hour period prior to tests and exam; we cannot do anything, but this may only increase anxiety.

12. Personal Style Believes in a healthy distance; Likes to have mutual respect; Strives to be fair to all;