Contemporary Issues in Economics and Policy - Module EC5006
Explore key public policy debates with UL’s Level 9, 12-week Contemporary Issues in Economics and Policy micro-credential. No economics background needed.
Key information
EU fees per year
€900
Non-EU fees per year
€900
NFQ Level
NFQ Level 9
Duration
12 weeks
Attendance
Part-time
Delivery
Online
Start date
Spring 2027
Award
University Certificate of Study
Course code
EC5006
What role does economics play in shaping the biggest challenges of our time? This micro-credential explores contemporary issues through the lens of applied economics, from inequality and sustainability to fiscal policy and global development.
Designed for professionals with a non-economics background, this 12-week, Level 9 module equips you to critically assess public policy, interpret economic data, and evaluate real-world interventions. It also provides a pathway for learners looking to progress to postgraduate study in economics.
This module is associated with the Economics and Public Policy - Postgraduate Diploma. It can be taken as a standalone micro-credential or as part of a pathway to a larger award.