ECON 111 - Public Finance Economics

Institution:

Drew University

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Description:

A consideration of the role of the public sector in the U.S. economy. Topics include the use of public expenditure analysis to assess specific federal programs; the theories of market failure and public goods; analysis of externalities; public choice economics; the incidence of major types of taxes; prospects for tax reform; and problems of deficit finance. Prerequisite: ECON 102 or equivalent. Offered annually.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.drew.edu

Phone Number:

(973) 408-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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