ECON 448 - Development of the American Economy

Credits: (3)
Prerequisite(s): ECON 303 and ECON 308
College Curriculum: COLL 400
This course uses the American experience to better understand why some countries have prospered while other parts of the world remain poor. Students will be exposed to academic research in economics, history, political science, and health. Students will also read primary source documents. Students will learn how to apply economic theory as well as a mix of qualitative and quantitative techniques in order to conduct independent research in the field of economic history.