Economics (ECON)

Introduction to the overall functioning of an economic system with a view toward understanding the factors underlying income, employment and prices on the aggregate level. Topics include monetary and fiscal policy with primary emphasis on the impact of international trade and policy implications.

Introduction to the principles underlying the behavior of business firms, resource owners and consumers within a system of markets. Introduces the theory of value and distribution and the implications of international trade on autarchy value and distribution.

This Continuing and Professional Studies Core course introduces principles underlying the behavior of business firms, resource owners, and consumers within a system of markets. The theory of value and distribution and the implications of international trade on both value and distribution are addressed. Overall purpose of the course is to introduce many of the factors underlying sound economic decision making in the rapidly emerging global economy. There is a strong course focus on critical analysis of cases.

This course explores theories and policies that shape international trade and finance. Key topics include comparative advantage, tariffs and quotas, trade policy, exchange rates, balance of payments, and the impact of globalization. This course examines how nations interact economically, the role of international organizations, and the effects of trade agreements on economic growth and development.