Economics II: Microeconomics and the Developing World (HIST-SS521)
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Course Description
History-Social Science 521 continues the introduction to economics begun in History-Social Science 520. Students utilize the basic principles learned in History-Social Science 520 and study microeconomics, theory of the firm, the organization of markets, and the role of governments in all areas of the global economy. Special attention is given to development economics, resource markets, questions concerning racial and gender wage discrimination, and public sector issues such as health care and the economics of the environment. Students also study a range of economic development models and complete an applied research project using such models in relation to a contemporary developing country. Classes consist primarily of discussions, simulations, problem sets, and guest lectures. Prerequisite: successful completion of History-Social Science 520.
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