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ECON 52040 Introduction To Econometrics (3)
Application of economic models, probability distributions, estimation, estimators, and regression and correlation as tools in economic analysis.
ECON 52045 Mathematical Economics (3)
Systematic exposition of mathematical techniques and their application to economic analysis. Covers sets, relations/functions, matrix algebra, calculus, differentials, mathematical programming, and game theory.
ECON 52065 Problems Of Monetary And Fiscal Policy (3)
Analysis of objectives, techniques, and economic effects of monetary and fiscal policies.
ECON 52068 Industrial Organization And Public Policy (3)
Theoretical, empirical, and critical examination of structure, operation and performance of industrial markets in American economy.
ECON 52070 Economics Of Collective Bargaining (3)
Economic analysis of collective bargaining and the role and effects of unions in the economy.
ECON 52073 Comparative Economic Systems (3)
Comparisons of economic systems and their theories: West Europe, East Europe and Russia, other continents, and USA critique of Marxian theory and Russian communism.
ECON 52076 Economic Development (3)
Analysis of nature and significance of barriers to and future potential for economic development of a nation. Special emphasis on theories and strategic factors pertaining to economic growth.
ECON 52078 Economic History Of Technological And Industrial Development (3)
Historical survey of major economic and technological developments in western countries from the middle ages to the twentieth century.
ECON 52080 Regional Economics (3)
Examines techniques of regional economic analysis to promote understanding of interregional disparities in developed nations and suggests policy alternatives for alleviating problems arising from disparities.
ECON 52081 Urban Economics (3)
Application of economic principles to urban spatial patterns, economic development, and public policy in housing, transportation, pollution, welfare, etc.
ECON 52083 History Of Economic Thought (3)
Economic thought from Mercantilist Period to early twentieth century, especially emphasizing theories of classical school, marginalists, Marx and neoclassicists.
ECON 52193 Variable Title Workshop In Economics (1-3)
ECON 62010/BAD 72010 Survey Of Economics (3)
Survey of basic economic concepts and methods of analysis of both micro- and macroeconomics. Emphasis is placed on the use and relevance of economic concepts and tools in business decision making.
ECON 62021/BAD 72021 Business Conditions Analysis And Public Policy (3)
Analysis of forces determining economic growth, employment, inflation, and international competitiveness, with emphasis on understanding the business cycle and government stabilization policies.
Prerequisite: BAD 64005 (may be taken concurrently).
ECON 62022/BAD 72022 Managerial Economics (3)
Uses economic theory and quantitative methodologies to develop decision-making skills which enable managers of local, national, and multinational companies to evaluate problems and allocate resources efficiently.
Prerequisite: BAD 64005; M.B.A. proficiency in calculus.
ECON 62044 Statistical Analysis II (3)
Selected topics concerning inference and regression. Includes analysis of variance, chi-square, F-test, and correlation. Emphasizes usefulness for managerial decision making and economic analysis.
ECON 62050/BAD 72050 Microeconomic Theory I (3)
Comprehensive analysis of methodology of economics, consumer behavior, production and costs, the firm, markets, and welfare economics.
ECON 62051/BAD 72051 Macroeconomic Theory I (3)
Comprehensive analysis of classical theory of employment; Keynesian theories of consumption investment, multiplier, accelerator, money, interest rates, price level and wage rates, and economic growth.
ECON 62052/BAD 72052 Microeconomic Theory II (3)
Selected topics in microeconomic theory.
Prerequisite: ECON 62050.
ECON 62053/BAD 72053 Macroeconomic Theory II (3)
Selected topics in macroeconomic theory.
Prerequisite: ECON 62050 and 62051.
ECON 62054/BAD 72054 Econometrics I (3)
Introduction to problems and methods of estimating the parameters of economic relationships.
ECON 62055/BAD 72055 Econometrics II (3)
Covers generalized linear regression, mixed estimation, simultaneous equation systems, their identification and estimation by single equation and systems estimation.
Prerequisite: ECON 62054.
ECON 62061/BAD 72061 Monetary Theory And Policy (3)
Critical examination of monetary theories and their neoclassical antecedents. Special attention given to money and its interrelationship with rate of interest and general price level.
ECON 62071/BAD 72071 Labor Economics (3)
Theoretical and applied analyses of wage determination, the supply of skills, labor market discrimination, and the effects of trade unions and government policies.
ECON 62072/BAD 72072 Economics Of Labor Market Structure (3)
Study of the economic impacts of unions, internal labor markets, and government institutions and programs on wages, employment, productivity, and the distribution of income.
ECON 62075/BAD 72075 Theory Of International Trade (3)
Study of modern international trade theory. Emphasizes relationship between trade and factor prices, factor endowment, technology, terms of trade, customs unions, and protectionism.
ECON 62076/BAD 72076 International Finanace (3)
Study of factors affecting exchange rates, international capital movements, balance of payments, disequilibrium and adjustment, the international monetary system, and internal-external balance.
ECON 62077/BAD 72077 Economic Problems Of Developing Areas (3)
In-depth analysis of selected topics and issues in development economics.
Prerequisite: ECON 52076 or permission.
ECON 62078/BAD 72078 Seimnar In International Economics (3)
Analysis of recent contributions and current problems in international trade and finance.
Prerequisite: ECON 62075 and 62076 or permission.
ECON 62083/BAD 72083 Public Policy Toward Business (3)
Recent laws and regulations concerning economic stability, environmental concerns, energy, equal rights and consumer protection are emphasized, as are the reactions of the corporation and the executive.
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
ECON 62096 Independant Study (1-3)
Independent study on a particular project or sequence of subjects.
Prerequisite: for candidates who have completed 12 hours of superior quality work, with permission of the chair of the Department of Economics. Maximum of 6 semester hours of work may be earned in independent study, although no more than 3 hours in any one semester.
ECON 62098 Research (1-15)
Research for master's students. May apply toward degree requirements if approved in advance by department and if letter grade of "S" is given. Otherwise grade of "R" given. Repeat registration permitted.
ECON 62180/BAD 72180 Regional Economics (3)
Examines techniques of regional economic analysis with the object of promoting understanding of interregional disparities in developed nations and policies for alleviating problems arising from disparities.
ECON 62181/BAD 72181 Urban Economics (3)
Spatial theories of inter- and intrametropolitan development. Analytical techniques and public policy in housing, education, crime, transportation, welfare, pollution, etc.
ECON 62182/BAD 72182 Public Expenditure And Cost Benefit Analysis (3)
Theoretical and applied aspects of public expenditure and cost benefit analysis. Uses economic theory to appraise public expenditure alternatives in advanced and developing countries.
ECON 62184/BAD 72184 Public Finanace I (3)
Analysis of market failure including the theory of public goods and externalities. An examination of the incidence and output effects of various taxes.
ECON 62185/BAD 72185 Public Finanace II (3)
Critical analysis of theories of government expenditures and budgeting; debt management; impact of fiscal policy upon level of economic activity.
ECON 62199 Thesis I (2-6)
Thesis students must register for total of 6 hours, 2 to 6 hours in a single semester, distributed over several semesters if desired. "IP" grade permissible.
Prerequisite: Permission of adviser.
ECON 62299 Thesis II (2)
Thesis students must continue registration each semester until all degree requirements are met. "IP" grade permissible.
Prerequisite: ECON 62199.
ECON 64004/BAD 74004 Quantitative Methods In Business Administration I (3)
Introduction to fundamentals of matrix algebra, differential calculus, and linear programming. Both algebraic and transcendental functions are included in discussion.
BAD 82024 Seminar In Applied Economic Analysis (3)
Discussion and analysis of selected current economic problems confronting the economy and the business sector. Emphasis will be on applied analysis.
BAD 82122 Seminar In State And Local Public Finanace (3)
This course will focus on some of the theoretical and applied aspects of state and local public finance.
BAD 82123 Seminar In Urban And Regional Economic Analysis (3)
Selected contemporary urban and regional economic development problems: their origins, adequacy of existing public policy and future policy directions within the framework of economic theory.