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Course Criteria
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Group 2,1 course This course uses economic theories and concepts to explain behavioral causes of environmental and natural resource problems and evaluate policies for addressing them. Topics vary and may include sustainable development, allocation of natural resources, pollution control measures, effects of environmental regulation on U.S. competitiveness and environmental justice. Prerequisite: ECON 294.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Group 4, 1 course This course analyzes the differences in economic institutions across countries. By looking at the economic incentives in corporations, financial institutions and governments in several different countries, the course will address the question of how different market systems provide incentives to encourage economic growth. By the end of the course, students will be able to analyze the economic implications of a country's institutional arrangements and evaluate the role of government in the economy. Prerequisite: ECON 100.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Group 2,1 course (formerly Quantitative Analysis for Economics and Management) Application of elementary principles of traditional and modern statistical analysis to economic and business decision-making. Emphasis is on regression analysis using simple- and multiple-equation models, hypothesis testing, use of the dummy variables, testing for serial correlation and other related problems. Prerequisite: ECON 100. Students who have completed BIO 275, MATH 240 (formerly MATH 340) or PSY 214 (formerly PSY 210) will receive only one-half credit for ECON 350.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Group 2,1 course The theories of the value of investment instruments are examined. Topics covered include the theories of capital markets and portfolio management. Emphasis is placed on modern portfolio theory. Prerequisite: ECON 350, MATH 240 (formerly MATH 340) or permission of instructor.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Group 2,1 course This course integrates mathematical techniques and economic theory. Mathematical techniques, such as linear algebra and differential calculus, are used to examine the mathematical foundation of the neo-classical paradigm. Economic concepts, such as profit maximization, utility maximization and cost minimization are considered using optimization and comparative static techniques. Prerequisite: ECON 294 and MATH 151 .
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0.50 - 1.00 Credits
0.5-1 course A. Economics; B. Management. Detailed study of theoretical and policy aspects of such topics as inflation, resource and product pricing, management, market structure, government-business relations, financial markets and international trade. Prerequisite: varies according to the topic offered. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Group 2,1 course The determination of what assets a firm should own and how these assets should be financed, with the goal of maximizing the value of the firm. Topics included are the underlying concepts of corporate finance, financial statement analysis, financial planning, working capital management, capital budgeting, valuation of stocks and bonds, a firm's cost of capital and its optimal capital structure, and dividend policy. Prerequisites: ECON 220 (or ECON 150) and 350.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Group 2,1 course A study of the formulation and implementation of business strategy. Topics include planning, control, economic analysis and organization theory. Extensive use is made of case studies. Prerequisite: ECON 280 or permission of instructor.
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0.50 Credits
0.5 course See History 400SS.
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1.00 - 2.00 Credits
Group 2,1 course The economic principles used to analyze government's role in the economy are developed. Microeconomic theory is used to examine government tax and expenditure policies, especially as they affect resource allocation and income distribution. Both efficiency and equity questions are addressed. Topics include expenditure programs designed to affect the allocation of resources (e.g. national defense outlays, income distribution)(e.g. food stamps), and the major forms of taxation (e.g. income and sales taxes). Prerequisite: ECON 294 or permission of instructor.
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