Attention is given to the theory of factor prices and topics on welfare economics. An introduction to the entire area of money and public finance. Oriented towards students wishing to obtain a broad general understanding of importance of money and public finance upon economic activity. Covers money and private financial institutions, monetary theory and policy, as well as public finance and fiscal policy. This introductory course examines in detail the relationship between the economy and the natural environment.
Primary attention is given to efficient environmental management and policies.
Current environmental issues are studied and evaluated from an economic perspective. The Impact of the Union Pacific on Wyoming History. Students will experience and interpret the impact of the building of the Union Pacific Railroad on the history and culture of Wyoming through the lens of three disciplinary perspectives. Students will explore how the railroad impacted Wyoming geography, economic development and the people of the state through personal research projects. A tutorial-conference course intended to give economics majors an opportunity to engage in extensive research in some aspect of economics.