PPOL 552 - Michigan Econ Environment

Institution:

University of Michigan-Dearborn

Subject:

Public Policy

Description:

This course will provide students with an overview of the Michigan economy by highlighting key issues and challenges facing the regional economy. In addition, students will be instructed in how to locate economic data sources and how to utilize economic data. Current policy debates and proposals will be introduced and evaluated. Topics include the decline of manufacturing employment, income and wealth inequality, education policy and the knowledge/innovation economy, land use policy, and alternative economic policies including social entrepreneurship, third-sector economics, community economy movements and advocacy planning. The economic environment of Ontario will also be explored as a comparative case study.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.umd.umich.edu/

Phone Number:

(313) 593-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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