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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits ECN3630 Industrial Organizn & Public Policy (Advanced Lib Arts) This course explores the link between market structure and a firm's decisions and strategies: how market structure imposes exogenous parameters on firms, and also how firms can endogenously affect market structure to their advantage. Topics such as vertical integration/separation/restrictions, barriers to entry, product proliferation and preemption, R&D, pricing, advertising, antitrust, and information are discussed. The course integrates theory with other disciplines through discussion of "industry modules" based on HBS cases. Prerequisite: (ECN2300 or IME2311) and (MCE2312 or IME2321) This course is typically offered in the following semesters: Spring
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits ECN3631 SCAMS AND FRAUDS (Advanced Liberal Arts) This course offers a rigorous analysis of the "deceptive act" or the patterns of "deceptive acts" typically encountered in business settings. This course breaks new ground as an economics major course by departing from the traditional equilibrium approaches (1) of dealing with equilibrium as a "moment in time" and also (2) assuming that all parties have complete and accurate information. This departure from the traditional equilibrium approach is no better illustrated than by the scientific work of George Arthur Akerlof whose insights are especially relevant to the problems of consumer protection and the financing and promotion of entrepreneurial ventures. A business manager should take this course because it will make him or her much more "street smart" about how the business world operates. Prerequisite:(ECN2300 or IME2311) and (MCE2312 or IME2321) This course is typically offered in the following semesters: Fall and Summer I
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits Taught by Professor John Marthinsen and Professor Claudia Woehle (visiting professor) Week 1 MWF - July 6, 8 & 10 Week 2 MW - July 13 & 15 Week 3 WF - July 22 & 24 (Classes meet Wednesday and Friday this week) Week 4 MW - July 27 & 29 Week 5 MW - Aug 3 & 5 Week 6 MW - Aug 10 & 12 Final Exam - Monday, August 17th 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM ECN3636 Understanding the 2008-2009 Financial and Economic Crisis from the Inside Out and Outside In Advanced Liberal Arts To understand the U.S. and global financial framework within which the 2008-2009 crisis occurred. To understand the linkages among the financial sector (e.g., interest rates and money supply), real sector (e.g., real GDP and employment), and international sector (e.g., exchange rates and balance of payments). To understand the chain of economic causes and effects that occur when a financial economic shock, like the subprime crisis, hits a nation and then spills over to the rest of the world. To learn how the mismanagement credit and underestimation of market risks helped to precipitate the financial crisis. To understand managerial accounting principles and methods for quantifying risks, and then to use this understanding to develop thoughtful financial strategies based on expected risk-adjusted returns. To strengthen analytical and problem-solving abilities using the 2009-2009 financial crisis as the context Students are expected to know how to use a financial calculator and EXCEL. Pre-requisites: QTM1310, MCE, ECN2300
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits ECN3645 (formerly ECN3674) Business and Economic Policy in Developing Countries (Advanced Liberal Arts) This course will examine the economic environment that businesses face in developing countries and policies that governments in these countries can adopt to promote economic growth. Topics will include macroeconomic policy, exchange rate policy, how to avoid or to survive financial and exchange rate crises, international trade, foreign direct investment, industrial policy, taxation, population, health, and education policies, corruption, and state enterprises and privatization. Prerequisite: (ECN2300 or IME2311) and (MCE2312 or IME2321)
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits ECN3650 Contemporary Economic Systems (Advanced Liberal Arts Elective) Economists marvel at the incredible growth record of entrepreneurial capitalism. This course identifies the basic institutions of free-market economies, such as (1) private property rights and the trading of those rights, (2) human rights and limitations on contracting imposed by a rule of law that recognizes individual autonomy (3) the role of the price system in facilitating entrepreneurial venturing and rivalrous competition. Different places in the world have embraced these institutions in different ways and at different times. We understand the importance of these institutions when we examine regions of the world where these institutions are outlawed or severely impaired. The historical record of the 20th century, offers us many examples and "case studies" of how living standards can be changed by miserable economic ideologies. A major focus of this course is central planning communism and the ideologies it spawned in Russia and China. The transition processes now underway are discussed in great detail. Prerequisite: ECN1000 or IME2311 This course is typically offered in the following semester: Spring
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits ECN3655 Managerial Economics (Advanced Lib Arts) Whereas ECN3615 provides a more thorough understanding of the financial institutions, which are a very important sector of the macro economy, ECN3655 provides the analytical tools for managerial decision making and policy formulation for businesses and governments. Quantitative skills are emphasized and strengthened throughout the course of study. Many of the skills learned in this course are applicable to marketing research, financial analysis, and management strategy. Prerequisite: (ECN2300 or IME2311) and (MCE2312 or IME2321) This course is typically offered in the following semesters: Spring and Summer I
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits ECN3660 International Trade Theory and Policy (Advanced Liberal Arts Elective) This course explores the theory behind international trade relationships, exchange-rate mechanisms and trade policies among the various major trading economies of the world. As international trade becomes a more important consideration for all countries, it is important to understand the rationale, costs, and benefits of trading relationships, as well as the incentives (often conflicting) behind trade policies. This course combines very nicely with ECN3665 for a more complete coverage of international economics. Prerequisite: (ECN2300 or IME2311) and (MCE2312 or IME2321) This course is typically offered in the following semesters: Fall and Spring
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits ECN3662 Political Economy of Latin American Development and Underdevelopment (Advanced Liberal Arts Elective) This course is for any individual interested in the political, financial, historical, and social determinants of economic development in Latin America. Both theoretical and policy issues in development are covered. Analyzing the characteristic volatility of the region's business environment, the course provides an in-depth examination of the workings of Latin America's economies, which in combination with courses in the liberal arts, leads to a greater appreciation of this region's global distinction and diversity. Prerequisite: ECN2300 or IME2311 This course is typically offered in the following semester: Fall
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits ECN3665 INTERNATIONAL FINANCE (Advanced Liberal Arts) This course provides broad and deep exposure to the (a) global financial institutions and markets, (b) quantitative and analytical tools, which are valuable for firms operating in the global marketplace, and (c) the costs and benefits of living in an increasingly interdependent world. This is a very valuable course for anyone with international interests and/or anyone who would like to work in a globally oriented job. Prerequisite: (ECN2300 or IME2311) and (MCE2312 or IME232) This course is typically offered in the following semesters: Fall, Spring and Summer I
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4.00 Credits
4.00 credits ECN3675 Environmental Economic - Policy and Analysis Provide students with the knowledge, skills, and tools for building an environmentally sustainable economy. Basic aim is to educate students about economic systems and human choices as they relate to environmental resources and business operations. It aims to identify and provide an understanding of the tradeoffs inherent in managing natural systems, particularly within the global framework. Finally, we will concentrate on how markets and policies affect economic and environmental outcomes. Prereq: (ECN2300 or IME2311) and (MCE2312 or IME2321)
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