Learning Objectives

Improving Economic Outcomes During the Pandemic and Beyond

• Understand the political procedures and implications when a government initiates a shutdown
• Explain the function of the economy and market allocation to understand indicators/measures of economic change, growth, and development
• Analyze the post-pandemic economic recovery plan with an emphasis on income support programs
• Assess the roles and norms of municipal, provincial, and federal institutions in shaping the workforce

This module will help learners understand the economic impacts of pandemics across multiple sectors of the economy. They will also examine different types of governmental economic responses like income support, training, development, and unemployment. By the end, learners will be able to apply this knowledge to foster more equitable post-pandemic economic outcomes.