ECON 311 - Comparative Economic Systems:Historical,Theoretical,and Evolutionary Aspects

Institution:

California State University-San Marcos

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Description:

Presents two major and opposing views for making economic decisions, one emphasizing voluntary exchange, markets, and spontaneous orders; the other emphasizing government plans, legislated and designed outcomes. An examination of a few real-world economies are made (U.S., Japan, Russia, and others) and the particular economic issues of importance to each are discussed. Throughout the discussion, the mix of market and planning forces existing in each of the economies is analyzed.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csusm.edu

Phone Number:

(760) 750-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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