An analysis of socioeconomic factors affecting the economic well-being of families and individuals. Economic stresses facing various family types, e.g., single parent, blended, dual career, are addressed. The course also provides information about community resources and coping strategies that assist families in dealing with these problems. Evaluation of financial alternatives will be emphasized, and commercial financial planning software programs will be utilized. Students work with FE faculty on faculty research projects.
Actual projects vary each semester.
This is an independent study course with very limited enrollment. Greninger, Hampton, and Kitt . The impact of internal factors, such as values, emotions, goals, and attitudes, as well as external factors, such as market conditions and governmental activities, on consumer choices are studied. The course also provides information and analysis of programs designed to inform and to protect consumers. HE 361 is limited to 30-40 students per semester.