ECO 204 - Capitalism and Entrepreneurship

Institution:

University of Maine at Machias

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Description:

The course identifies and analyzes the features and characteristics of capitalism, including the relationships between economic and political freedom, the role of government, efficiency, fairness, growth, globalization and sustainability. Capitalism's strengths, weaknesses and challenges are considered within the context of post-World War II global economic history, with particular attention to the impacts of cultural and institutional diversity. Entrepreneurship is analyzed as the fuel and fire of capitalism, and the behavior and characteristics of entrepreneurs are considered. 3 Cr

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umm.maine.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 255-1200

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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