ECON 316 - The Economics of Race and Gender

Institution:

St Mary's College of Maryland

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Description:

Economic outcomes differ according to race and gender. This course investigates the economic experiences of women and minorities in the U.S. economy to provide a thorough understanding of the economic constraints facing diverse groups in the economy. This course introduces students to the analytical approaches used by economists to critically assess the causes and consequences of gender and racial differences in earnings, labor force participation, occupational choice, and the division of labor within the home. The impact of economic institutions and policy on the economic behavior of women and minorities is emphasized. Prerequisite: ECON 101.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcm.edu

Phone Number:

(240) 895-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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