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Is a work-experience opportunity with the purpose of expanding education by applying accumulated knowledge in economics. The availability of internships is limited to upper-level students, normally seniors. Students are approved individually by the academic department. A contact can be obtained from the Career Services Office.
Economics senior standing and permission of chair; Internships must be preapproved.
Develops economic concepts and theories from the mercantilists to recent economists. Economic ideas and theories related to their respective places in history are constructed. Students are better able to understand the value of various theories regarding their application to the economic world.
Applies the methods of economics to the analysis of the structure of common law, legal process, legal institution and statutory regulations to the impact of law on the behavior of individuals, groups, and the economy. Topics include the nature of economic reasoning and the economic approach to the law; property rights in economics and law; torts and tort liability; legal processes; crime and punishment; and variable topics subject to instructor and student interest.
Is an analysis of Keynesian and neoclassical theories of consumption, investment, interest, savings, monetary, and fiscal policy. This course covers various aspects of the money and banking system, economic growth, and the international economy.
Is an in-depth analysis of the theory of the firm, which includes the theories of consumer behavior, market demand, production decisions, and cost combinations. Prices, output and input costs under pure competition, monopoly, monopolistic competition, and oligopoly are also considered.
Presents the theory of inter- national trade, the balance of payments, and the global monetary system. The first part of the course traces the development of trade theory and barriers to trade, while the second part focuses on financial markets, exchange markets, and the theory and evidence related to floating exchange rates.
Provides the student with opportunities to apply theories presented in other economics courses to real world" situations. Emphasis is on application of theory, with concentration on communicating effectively in written and oral form. Topics include locating published research, writing skills in economics, theory's role in research, empirical methods, and self-directed study/research skills."
Senior standing
This course runs concurrently with
ECO 434.
Is required of all senior economics majors. The student will meet with a faculty member to discuss, plan, implement, and create an original research project.
Senior standing
This course must be taken concurrently with
ECO 430.