Studies the theories and development of the labor movement, labor-market analysis, collective bargaining, human capital theory and labor law. Analyzes the theories of consumer behavior, production, costs and distribution. Analyzes the determination of national income, employment, prices and the balance of payments, with particular emphasis on monetary and fiscal policies. An analysis of free-market failure and government s contribution to welfare and the public finances. An analysis of international economic and financial developments.
Emphasis is on current issues in the operation of the international financial system.
ECO 204 and 205. An analysis of the economic, social, and institutional mechanisms needed to bring about improvement in the standard of living of people in third world countries. Emphasis is placed upon developmental policies of Latin American countries. A capstone course in economics. Provides analysis of contemporary domestic and international problems.