The 2nd edition of Postgraduate Studies in Economics of ISEG/Idefe. This course is designed for professionals whose basic training is not necessarily in economics, but who have an interest in economic issues, so that they can respond successfully in their day-to-day work to questions related to economics. With this course you will master some key economic concepts and gain essential knowledge to be able to respond easily and quickly to questions such as: "What is GDP and how is it calculated? "Why do exchange rates change? "What does the ECB do? "How does inflation arise? "What is a swap? "How does the State Budget work? "What causes financial crises? "What are the developments in the Portuguese economy? Among other topics covered throughout the program.