In all facets of business activity, it is fundamental to understand the functioning of financial markets and the influence of monetary policy on the business environment and the Canadian economy. In this advanced economics course, the student will be introduced to the role and functions of money, financial institutions and markets, monetary theory and policy, and current domestic and international issues. Students will gain an understanding of the economic fundamentals of the financial and monetary system and participate in an informed manner in discussions of money, banking, and financial markets.