Economics 216 - European Economic History

Institution:

Bard College

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An examination of the political and economic problems of countries in Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union that are making the transition from the Soviet economic system to freemarket capitalism. Most of these economies have experienced a dramatic fall in output. Necessary reforms are analyzed and merits of various proposals for making a successful transition debated. Topics discussed include privatization of state-run enterprises, deregulation of prices and inflation, government debt and the tax system, and the role of international lending institutions such as the IMF. Prerequisite: Economics 101 or 102 or permission of the instructor.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bard.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 758-6822

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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