Market economy Field of study: Geography
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025

Module name: Market economy
Module code: W2-KN-BiZ-GR
Programme code: W2-S2GF19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with the characteristics of a market economy, types of markets and market mechanisms, entities of the market economy and the social economy. They will gain knowledge about the state budget and the budget of local government units as well as the role of the state in the economy. Students will gain knowledge about entrepreneurship in a market economy.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
distinguishes the basic mechanisms of the functioning of a market economy, including the law of supply and demand, the principles of competition, the role of prices and the functioning of markets for goods, services and factors of production, and characterises the main types of economic systems [W2-KN-BiZ-GR_1]
 KN_NDP_BiZ_K01 [4/5]
can analyse simple economic phenomena such as inflation, unemployment or economic growth, and interpret their impact on the everyday lives of citizens and the activities of enterprises, using basic economic indicators. [W2-KN-BiZ-GR_2]
 KN_NDP_BiZ_U03 [4/5]
demonstrates an attitude of civic responsibility in an economic context, understanding the impact of economic decisions on society and the environment, and is able to participate in discussions on current economic issues, presenting his/her position in a substantive manner [W2-KN-BiZ-GR_3]
 KN_NDP_BiZ_W03 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
practical classes [W2-KN-BiZ-GR_fs_1] 15 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – educational games [b03] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Activating method – peer learning [b08] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with a programmed textbook [d02] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Observation [e06]  		course work W2-KN-BiZ-GR_1 W2-KN-BiZ-GR_2 W2-KN-BiZ-GR_3
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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