ECO 101 - Introduction to Economics 3.00 Formerly so 2100

Institution:

Middlesex Community College - Massachusetts

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Description:

A broad overview and application of economic concepts designed to enable students to make personal economic choices as consumers and producers, and evaluate economic issues and policy proposals as public citizens. Topics covered will include the historical development of economic systems, supply and demand, unemployment and inflation, the role of government and its economic policy making, and current issues such as taxes, poverty, pollution, health care, unions, and free trade. The political and global context of economic policies and issues will also be discussed. Prerequisite: Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 (EN 2103) and eligible for ENG 101 (EN 1103). Recommendation: Concurrent placement in ENG 075 (EN 2122) or ENG 085 (EN 2131), CPT between 68 and 75. General Education Electives: Social Science Note: It does not substitute for ECO 140 (SO 2111) or ECO 150 (SO 2113).

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.middlesex.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 656-3200

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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