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  • ECN 2149A: Economic Geography

    3.00 Credits
    Dowling College (Closed)

    3 credits Economic Geography of the world is being transformed by extraordi nary events such as the end of the Cold War, rapid industrialization of developing countries, and the role of multinational corporations among others. In this course, we will attempt to place the subject of economic geography within the framework of world events from a modern perspective. The emphasis is on the presentation and explanation of contempo rary patterns of economic differentiation. Themes include center-periph ery relationships and the interdependence of economic activity at all lev els-international, national, and regional. It is expected that the student will gain an idea of the regularity and the diversity in economic landscape from this course. Prerequisite: ECN 1001A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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  • ECN 3103A: Government & Business

    3.00 Credits
    Dowling College (Closed)

    3 credits Market structure, conduct and performance, pricing policy in the U.S., the role of technological advances in business and market power, concen tration and its measurement. Antitrust policy and the structure and per formance of some major industries. Prerequisite: ECN 2002A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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  • ECN 3106A: International Economics

    3.00 Credits
    Dowling College (Closed)

    3 credits Basic principles and structures of world trade; classical, neoclassical, and modern theories of trade; balance-of-payments accounting; foreign exchange markets; balance-of-payments adjustments; protectionism as opposed to free trade; international specialization; and international resource movements. Distribution of income and international trade. The role of international organizations. Prerequisite: ECN 2002A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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  • ECN 3107A: Economic Development

    3.00 Credits
    Dowling College (Closed)

    3 credits Classical and neoclassical theories of economic growth and develop ment. Emphasis on basic economic and non-economic factors in economic growth of underdeveloped countries, and on governmental eco nomic planning. The role of international organizations, foreign aid. Case studies from Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Prerequisite: ECN 2002A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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  • ECN 3108A: Labor Economics

    3.00 Credits
    Dowling College (Closed)

    3 credits This course covers a variety of topics in the economics of labor, including the study of the structure and operation of labor markets, labor demand and supply models, unionism, human capital theory, wage determination, reasons for the inequality in earnings across individuals and occupations, wage discrimination, occupational choice, and the impact of government regulations on labor markets. There will be applications of the theory covered to contemporary labor economics-related public poli cy issues. Prerequisite: ECN 2002A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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  • ECN 3109A: Economics & The Environment

    3.00 Credits
    Dowling College (Closed)

    3 credits This course explores the impact of economic activities on our natural environment. It also examines how government policies can be designed to alleviate the adverse environmental consequences of these activities. The efficiency standard for evaluating environmental regulations, the impact of economic development on the environment, environmentally sustainable economic growth strategies, as well as other topics in envi ronmental economics, will be covered. This course is intended for stu dents concerned about environmental issues and/or interested in pursu ing careers in fields related to environmental protection. Prerequisite: ECN 1001A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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  • ECN 3148A: Issues in Government Finance

    3.00 Credits
    Dowling College (Closed)

    3 credits Theories of taxation and the satisfaction of public wants, impact of taxation on allocation of resources and social welfare, incidence of taxes, equity implications of different taxes, Federal, State, and local fiscal rela tions. Prerequisite: ECN 2002A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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  • ECN 3171A: Intermediate Microeconomics

    3.00 Credits
    Dowling College (Closed)

    3 credits A study of microeconomic analysis, with particular attention to the theory of the firm. Examination of the manner in which consumers, pro ducers, and resource owners optimize their economic goals via price mechanisms under different market structures. Special emphasis is placed on the practical application of the theories. Prerequisite: ECN 2002A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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  • ECN 3172A: Intermediate Macroeconomics

    3.00 Credits
    Dowling College (Closed)

    3 credits Analysis of aggregate economic activity. A critical examination of the theory of the determination of the level of income and employment, with particular attention to Keynesian theory. The practical application of the theory is explored. Prerequisite: ECN 1001A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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  • ECN 3177A: Political Economy

    3.00 Credits
    Dowling College (Closed)

    3 credits Students will explore viewpoints concerning what aspects of the econ omy are best left to market forces, private decision-making, and the pursuit of self-interest and which should be regulated by the government. As an integral part of this exploration, the course covers competing theories concerning the societal benefits as well as adverse consequences of pri vate enterprise. Also, the legitimacy of the pursuit of individual self-inter est and the limits of such legitimacy will be addressed from a variety of conceptual perspectives. Students examine theories highly critical of the market economy, some quite accepting of avarice and materialism and others falling somewhere in between. The student should gain a height ened sensibility to issues surrounding public regulation of markets as a result of taking this course. Prerequisite: ECN 2002A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.
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