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3.00 Credits
Statistical methods, simple and multiple regression analysis, and forecasting techniques applied to economic analysis. Exposure to statistical and econometric packages. Prerequisites: ECON12100; ECON12200; MATH14400, MATH24300, or MATH24400. 3 credits. (F,Y)
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3.00 Credits
Advanced topics in econometrics, including problems in regression (multicollinearity, autocorrelation, heteroscedasticity), tests of linear restrictions, dummy variables, distributed lags, and simultaneous-equation models. Exposure to econometric computer packages. Prerequisites: ECON 33300. 3 credits. (S,E)
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of the allocation of resources, organization, and guidance of production, distribution of income, and regulation of consumption in a social economy, involving thorough consideration of the philosophy, language, concepts, measurement, and mathematics of the theories of demand, production, and markets for the firm. Not available to students who have taken ECON 34300. Prerequisites: ECON 12100-12200; two courses in the humanities, social sciences, or business. 3 credits. (F,Y)
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3.00 Credits
Study of the concepts of wealth, output, and income; the process of saving and investment and its implications; the role of the government sector and of monetary policy; the theory of employment and output determination; and the problems caused by the requirement of economic growth. Not available to students who have taken ECON 34400. Prerequisites: ECON 12100-12200; two courses in the humanities, social sciences, or business. 3 credits. (S,Y)
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3.00 Credits
Application of economic theory to the markets of professional and amateur sports. This course applies economic principles to analyze a wide range of issues within the realm of professional sports and intercollegiate athletics. Included are the analysis of labor markets and labor relations, public finance of sports facilities, and the organization of sports institutions. Students cannot also receive credit for SPMM 36500. Prerequisites: SPMM 11000; ECON 12100; and ECON 12200. 3 credits. (F,Y)
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1.00 Credits
This course provides a working knowledge of contemporary issues related to globalization. The emphasis is on analysis of arguments concerning the linkages between trade and financial liberalization, economic growth, poverty alleviation, and well-being. Prerequisites: ECON 12100, ECON 12200, 2 courses in social sciences or humanities. 3 credits. (F,Y)
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3.00 Credits
Extends and refines the economic theory of the firm to which students are exposed in economics principles courses. Drawing empirical evidence primarily from U.S. industries, it examines theories concerning the motives of firms, barriers to entry, product differentiation, and interdependence among firms. It also examines U.S. antitrust policy and regulatory issues. Prerequisites: ECON 12100-12200; two courses in humanities, social sciences, or business. 3 credits. (F or S,Y)
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3.00 Credits
Analysis and description of the process of economic growth. A study of the role of government policy in affecting the growth of national output and the growth of factors of production that will sustain growth of national output. Topics include determinants of saving, investment in human and nonhuman capital, measurement of productivity of resources, and description of the generalized resource known as total factor. Prerequisites: ECON 12100-12200; MATH 10800 or MATH 11100; two courses in humanities, social sciences, or business. 3 credits. (F,Y)
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1.00 Credits
Study of international trade patterns, gains from trade, and international investment, both private and government. Issues discussed include pros and cons of free trade, tariffs, the European Union, customs unions, currency markets, and balance of payments adjustment mechanisms. Prerequisites: ECON 34200; two courses in humanities, social sciences, or business. 3 credits. (S,Y)
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3.00 Credits
This course examines a variety of theories that explain the nature of economic fluctuations. The history of expansions and recessions in the United States is reviewed. Statistical techniques for forecasting the major macroeconomic variables are presented in detail. Various forecasting strategies, such as large-scale econometric models and the leading indicators, are evaluated. Prerequisites: ECON 33300; ECON 34200; MATH 24300. 3 credits. (S,O)
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