ECON 402 - Economic Development

The purpose of this course is to provide a detailed analysis of the individual-level causes of economic development. Students will learn about contemporary programs created in response to the challenges faced by low-income individuals worldwide. The course will also offer an introduction to the statistical analyses that economists use to evaluate such programs. Other areas of discussion include income distribution, employment, education, savings, and foreign aid.

Prerequisites: ECON 300 - Intermediate Microeconomics
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.