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3.00 Credits
This course covers the theory of balance of payments problems and exchange rate changes. The theoretical models are complemented by the study of the historical evolution of the present international payments system, from the gold standard to the present. Also considers current policy issues in this area. (W). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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This course analyzes in depth the debate of free trade vs. protectionism. Different theoretical models of the "gains from trade" are presented, as well as studies of their empirical validity. Some historical perspective is included, as well as discussion of the current situation in European integration. (F). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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3.00 Credits
Course examines the economic aspects of pollution problems. Topics covered in this course include the economic theory of externalities, the theory of public goods, and the optimum use of depletable natural resources. The role of cost-benefit analysis as a part of the decision-making process is also examined. (AY). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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Course examines the health of a population and the health care industry, using the tools of economic analysis. Topics include the demand and supply of health services, alternate ways of financing health care, the application of cost-benefit analysis to health projects, and comparative health economic systems (e.g., Britain, Sweden). (AY). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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3.00 Credits
A survey of the processes of development of the United States economy, their social implications, and the sources of today's economic problems. (YR). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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3.00 Credits
A survey of the processes of industrialization in the major non-American industrial economies, with a focus on their relevance and implications. (AY). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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3.00 Credits
Course offers an introduction to economic demography, focusing on the interrelation between economic and population variables, and the techniques of demographic analysis. (OC). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to alternative perspectives on economic theory and method. These alternatives include: Marxian and radical political economics, institutional and evolutionary economics, behavioral economics, post-Keynesian economics and feminist economics. (OC). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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3.00 Credits
The economics of the city and the introduction of space in economic analysis; the determination of land use patterns, the location of firms and industries, and an urban area's growth; economic analysis and policy issues concerning urban poverty, housing, transportation, the local public sector, and other urban problems. (YR). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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3.00 Credits
Course explores methods of economics evaluation of regions in terms of intra- and inter-regional activity. Regions may smaller than a nation, be a collection of nations, or be composed of portions of more than one nation. Theoretical topics include the theories of (1) the location of the firm, (2) spatial demand, (3) agglomeration economies, and (4) input-output analysis. Regional development policy is discussed using Michigan and Ontario as subjects. (OC). 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Sciences Department Course Attributes: Upper Division
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