Econ 448W - Current Macroeconomic Issues

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Washington University in St Louis

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Description:

Review and extension of macroeconomic models from Econ 4021 (402) from a comparative perspective and use of these models to analyze current macroeconomic and policy issues. Topics include recession and recovery; long-term growth; saving and social security; investment; and monetary policy. Multiple writing assignments that emphasize critical analysis of theoretical perspectives and readings applied to current macroeconomic topics. Writing are revised to improve logical structure, clarity, and style. Enrollment limited to 15 students with priority given to senior economics majors. Prerequisite: Econ 4021 (402). Please note: Requests for online registration are wait-listed. Students must sign up for this course in the Economics office, 307 Seigle. Refer to emailed advising memo from D. Petersen for further details.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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