Wage determination and the structure of wages, the institution of unions in the United States, and problems and treatment of economic insecurity. Roles of monetary theory and policy with emphasis on their implications for dealing with current economic problems within the structure of the U.S. monetary system. Introductory analysis of the structure, conduct, and performance of American industry. Emphasis on the role of government policy through such measures as antitrust, regulation, and public ownership. International trade, foreign exchange markets, balance of payments, and international monetary relations.
Coverage includes the relevant theoretical foundations, institutions, and policy alternatives.
A. Asia B. Europe C. Africa, South of the Sahara D. Latin America E. Soviet Union Course may be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours, but each topic may be taken only once. Computational, numerical, or graphical applications. Computational, numerical, or graphical applications. A. Health Economics B. Income Distribution and Poverty C. Economics and Equity D. Economic Analysis of Recent Legislation Special topics of current importance to consumers, resource owners, business, and government. May be repeated once as topics change.