ECON 347 - Comparative Systems and Transitional Economies

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Lafayette College

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An examination of the elements of capitalism, socialism, markets and planning and of their applications worldwide. Special emphasis is given 1) to economies currently moving from socialist planned forms of economic organization to market capitalism, found primarily in Eastern Europe, Russia, and in former republics of the Soviet Union, and 2) to developing nations currently privatizing many state-owned enterprises and strengthening their reliance on market forces. Prerequisite: Econ 101 and 210, or 211-212, or permission of instructor Beckman

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lafayette.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 330-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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