Emphasizes applied computer assignments. National planning and autonomous development. Microcomputers will be used. Review the historical changes in United States economic institutions. Assess United States history based on macroeconomic and microeconomic pressures.
Emphasis is on post-Civil War period.
Trace the evolution of economic thinking from 17th century to modern day. Learn the basic skills involved in economic research including principles of the scientific method and model application. Prepare a research proposal and final report on a timely economic problem. Repeatable one time, maximum eight credits. Internships in the public and private sectors to allow the students to have practical experience in the market place.