Economic Analysis of Public Policy

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Overview

Subject area

PAF

Catalog Number

3102

Course Title

Economic Analysis of Public Policy

Department(s)

Description

This course uses economic theory to analyze the causes and consequences of public sector interventions. It covers the fundamentals of microeconomics, with an emphasis on writing and applying the tools of supply and demand analysis to social problems and public policies. Applications are drawn from current policy debates in areas such as trade, the environment, agriculture, health, immigration, and labor markets.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

037347

Course Schedule