The course suggest a policy design perspective which builds upon other frameworks but concentrates on goals, implementation structures, tools and rationales. The study of government using the tools of economics. The effects of various taxation and expenditure policies, such as social security, are examined. E159U Urban Economic Development Policy Theoretical and practical perspectives on local economic development policy. The course integrates economic, planning, and political perspectives.
Class begins with a brief overview of the economic role of cities and metropolitan areas.
Then, specific development issues are discussed. Topics include the linkage between taxes, regulation, and job growth, redevelopment planning, evaluating economic development policy, and focusing on employment and mobility in addition to job creation.