Process Date: 20-APR-2024
100 | INTRODUCTORY ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Introductory Economics |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 40 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 03 - Standard Plus Additional | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G018 - XX LL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course |
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Description: | A first course in economics focusing on the basic analytical framework used by contemporary economists. The central topics typically include supply and demand, market competition, market power, incomplete markets (e.g., externalities and public goods), trade, and taxation. Classroom experiments are frequently employed to develop economic intuition. |
120 | INTRODUCTION TO MACROECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Introductory Macroeconomics |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 40 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 03 - Standard Plus Additional | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G018 - XX LL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course |
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Description: | A study of the principles, concepts, and methods of economic analysis, with a theoretical focus on the determination of national income. Special attention given to governmental expenditure and taxation, monetary policy, inflation, and unemployment. |
151 | INTRO TO ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY | Active |
Long Title: Introduction to Environmental Policy |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | ENST 151 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 40 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G018 - XX LL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course |
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Description: | This course applies principles of economics and political science to environmental issues, including pollution, resource limitation, and environmental degradation. It is designed to foster an understanding of the environmental policy-making and regulatory process in the United States and globally. |
170 | FINANCIAL LITERACY | Active |
Long Title: Financial Accounting and Entrepreneurial Ventures |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 25 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G018 - XX LL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course |
Prerequisites: | Sophomore standing |
Description: | A study of accounting principles and procedures, leading to a review of financial statements and to an understanding of how accounting data are used to analyze business and economic activities. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing |
191 | DIRECTED STUDY IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Directed Study in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 14 - Directed Study | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G018 - XX LL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course |
Prerequisites: | To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
Description: | Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
195 | INTERNSHIP IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Internship in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 08 - Internship/Practica | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A010 - Internship G018 - XX LL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300, 320, or 380; To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor |
Description: | Applied work with a private firm or public-sector agency in economics, arranged under the direction of an instructor in the department. In each case, the academic credit is based on related readings, reports, and presentations. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300, 320, or 380; To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor |
200 | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT | Active |
Long Title: Economic Development |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | ECON 200 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G042 - GER Global Diversity G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 |
Description: | This course seeks to provide students with a broad based understanding of economic development and the choices countries face. To obtain such an understanding, students will read the works of contemporary economists who provide a variety of approaches to poverty alleviation and the tradeoffs that must be confronted. Emphasis will be placed on close reading, class discussion, and on writing a number of papers that compare and contrast different views of economic development. PREREQUISITES: ECON 100 |
202 | GLOBAL ECONOMIC RELATIONS | Active |
Long Title: Global Economic Relations |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | GOVT 275 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G042 - GER Global Diversity N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | Sophomore standing and ECON 100. GOVT 140 or GOVT 340 recommended. |
Description: | This course covers the major concepts utilized in the field of international political economy. Major issues covered include debates about globalization, trade policy and free-trade agreements, monetary policy and currency regulation, aid and development, immigration policy and labor migration, global corporations, and international institutions such as the World Bank, IMF, and WTO. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing and ECON 100. GOVT 140 or GOVT 340 recommended. |
203 | LATIN AMER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMNT | Active |
Long Title: Latin American Economic Development |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | ECON 203 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 25 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G042 - GER Global Diversity N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 |
Description: | This course combines economic theory, policy and historical accounts to understand the forces shaping Latin American economic development. Students will gain an understanding of major theories and trends in Latin American development while analyzing specific development issues, including equitable growth, agriculture, migration, gender equity, education, and health. Students will complete thoughtful critiques of readings, problem sets analyzing real data, and in-depth evaluations of specific issues. PREREQUISITES: ECON 100 |
204 | EFFECTIVE ALTRUISM | Active |
Long Title: Effective Altruism |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 25 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 |
Description: | Effective altruism acknowledges that individuals want to help others while examining the most effective ways to do so. Taking a global approach that draws on development, health and experimental economics, this course compares differences in relative welfare and opportunity and evaluates the effectiveness of causes like health interventions, cash transfers, and gender equity. Emphasis placed on close reading problem sets, quizzes, research papers and discussions. PREREQUISITES: ECON 100 |
205 | INTRO TO INTERNATNL ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Introduction to International Economics |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G042 - GER Global Diversity N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 |
Description: | This course aims to develop an understanding of international economic issues and policies in open economies. The course will provide a general body of knowledge on topics such as gains from trade; patterns of trade; effect of trade on welfare; exchange rate policy regimes; international organizations; financial crises; and the effect of government policies on trade and the exchange rate. You will get exposed to economic modeling and learn analytical tools that can be applied to understand the changing world economy and analyze problems in international economic policy. You are encouraged to explore the potential and limitations of international economics in dealing with real-world problems. This course will assist you in improving your economic writing skills as well as your ability to read critically and understand discussions on international economic issues in the press. PREREQUISITES: ECON 100 |
206 | FIELD EXPERIENCE IN DEVELOPMNT | Active |
Long Title: Field Experience in Development |
Units: | 3 | Cross-Listing Parent: | GOVT 401 | Repeatable: | Yes 6 units max |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G042 - GER Global Diversity N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ENST 300, GOVT 248, GOVT 500 and RLST 240 |
Description: | Students engaged in this course will have the opportunity to do field research in a developing country. Each student will develop and implement a project that concerns economic, political, and/or environmental issues important in Sierra Leone, Jamaica, or another selected country. Students will also have the opportunity to learn from both national and local leaders in political, economic, environmental, and social development issues. Class members will travel to a developing country during a term break. Students must register for this course in the term prior to the planned travel and in the subsequent term, when they will present their research to the wider Lawrence community.
Location for 2016-17: Students will travel to Sierra Leone and/or Morocco during winter break. Admission is by application to Prof. Skran. Students should register for both fall and winter terms. |
208 | SUSTAINABLE CHINA: ENVIR/ECON | Active |
Long Title: Sustainable China: Environment and Economy |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | ECON 208 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G042 - GER Global Diversity N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | Limited to students selected for the Sustainable China study trip |
Description: | This course integrates environmental and economic topics relevant for understanding sustainability in the Chinese context, including economic development, natural resource management, urban growth, and environmental policy. It is a prerequisite for a December study trip to China. PREREQUISITES: Limited to students selected for the Sustainable China study trip |
211 | IN PURSUIT OF INNOVATION | Active |
Long Title: In Pursuit of Innovation |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | I-E 100 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | Sophomore standing |
Description: | This course acquaints students with various aspects of innovation and entrepreneurship, broadly understood. Topics cover methodologies, theories, and history of innovation. The course focuses largely on projects pursued by teams which conceive and conduct ventures that illuminate innovation and entrepreneurship. Class activities include lectures, discussions, student presentations. Experienced guest experts will offer advice and guidance to student teams. May not be taken on an S/U basis. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing |
212 | CORPORATE FINANCE | Active |
Long Title: Corporate Finance |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | I-E 212 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 40 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | I-E 110 |
Description: | This course studies the function of finance and the flow of funds within the corporation. Topics include financial analysis, decision making, capital acquisition and use, and strategic planning. Three comptetencies will be emphasized: numeracy through financial analysis, decision-making based on financial information, and communication skills through conveying analyses and decisions to the end user (the board, shareholders, other stake holders). Lecture with case studies assignments, and exams. PREREQUISITES: I-E 110 |
215 | COMPARATIVE ECONOMIC SYSTEMS | Active |
Long Title: Comparative Economic Systems |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G042 - GER Global Diversity N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 |
Description: | This course introduces students to the different ways societies have organized economic activity in the past and in the present as well as to how economic and social policy questions are addressed under these different arrangements. Students will study the economies of the Western world, the former Soviet bloc countries, and Asian countries at various stages of economic development. PREREQUISITES: ECON 100 |
223 | QUANTITATIVE DECISION-MAKING | Active |
Long Title: Quantitative Decision-Making |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | ECON 223 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 25 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | Sophomore standing |
Description: | The students will learn how to develop formal, quantitative approaches to structuring difficult problems, particularly those problems involving probabilistic factors. We will develop and practice the steps of defining a problem, gathering data, formulating a model, performing numerical calculations, evaluating numerical information, refining the model, analyzing the model's alternatives, and communicating the results. |
225 | DECISION THEORY | Active |
Long Title: Decision Theory |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 |
Description: | This course will present a thorough introduction to decision theory, the study of how people should or do make decisions. Building on that foundation, game theory, the science of strategy, will be introduced, with economic applications. |
245 | LAW AND ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Law and Economics |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 or consent of instructor |
Description: | Along with an introduction to legal analysis, a study of the political economy of four core areas of the law: property, contracts, torts, and crime and punishment. Applies rational-choice theories to both economic and political decisions involving the law. PREREQUISITES: ECON 100 or consent of instructor |
251 | THE ECONOMICS OF LONDON | Active |
Long Title: The Economics of London |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | LU London Centre |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | Only open to students attending the London Centre. |
Description: | This course provides a significant variation on the Urban Economics course (ECON 250) that is offered on campus. First, it focuses on one city, London UK, as the context for the analysis. Secondly, it addresses the London economy from both economic history and contemporary economic analysis perspectives. London has remained a vibrant city from the late middle ages to the present through a variety of changes to its character, its economy, and the diversity of its population. PREREQUISITES: Only open to students attending the London Centre. |
252 | SUSTAINABLE CITIES | Active |
Long Title: Sustainable Cities |
Units: | 3 | Cross-Listing Parent: | GOVT 252 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) |
Prerequisites: | An introductory course in GOVT, ECON, ENST or GLST, or consent of instructor |
Description: | How can cities be sustainable? The increasing urbanization of the world's population, shift to service-driven economies, and growing diversity of cities make this question pressing and complicated. This course introduces economic, environmental, and social dimensions of the urban sustainability problem and explores responses to it through a two-week December study trip to London and Amsterdam and winter term studies and poster presentations. Program fee is required. Students pay their own airfare. PREREQUISITES: An introductory course in GOVT, ECON, ENST or GLST, or consent of instructor |
255 | START-UP THEATRE | Active |
Long Title: Start-Up Theatre |
Units: | 1 TO 3 | Cross-Listing Parent: | THAR 255 | Repeatable: | Yes 6 units max |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | Sophomore standing |
Description: | Open to students from theatre, economics, and other students interested in entrepreneurship in the performing arts. Topics change each year. May be repeated when topic is different up to 6 total units. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing |
271 | PUBLIC ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Public Economics |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | ECON 271 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 |
Description: | Public economics covers a range of topics from taxation to social insurance and redistribution to homeland security. The course develops a template for framing and analyzing public policy issues that provides a basis for understanding the rationale for government intervention, the alternative policy instruments that can be used to affect economic outcomes, and the economic tools used to evaluate the effects of intervention. PREREQUISITES: ECON 100 |
280 | ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Environmental Economics |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | ECON 280 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 25 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 or ENST 151 |
Description: | The course shows how economists analyze environmental problems and the types of solutions they propose (if any). Topic coverage includes property rights and externalities, cost-benefit analysis, regulatory policy instruments, the interplay between policy and innovation, and basic models of political economy. PREREQUISITES: ECON 100 or ENST 151 |
290 | ECONOMICS OF MEDICAL CARE | Active |
Long Title: The Economics of Medical Care |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | ECON 290 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 |
Description: | An analysis of how the economic organization of medical care affects the health and well-being of the population. Topics include who is treated, how much the treatment costs, and who pays the bill. Particular emphasis given to the roles of insurance and various national health policies and reform proposals. PREREQUISITES: ECON 100 |
291 | HEALTH POLICY: U.S. & U.K. | Active |
Long Title: Health Policy: A Comparison of U.S. and U.K. Approaches |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | ECON 291 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | LU London Centre |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | Only open to students attending the London Centre. |
Description: | This course compares U.K. and U.S. health systems, markets, and public health policies. In particular, the course will analyze trade-offs made in each country among access to care, the cost of care and the quality of care as well as how resources are generated and allocated for each system. PREREQUISITES: Only open to students attending the London Centre. |
295 | TOPICS IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Topics in Economics |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 100 |
Description: | Each offering will build on modeling and reasoning techniques developed in the introductory-level courses (ECON 100 or 120). Topics depend on the instructor and will vary year-to-year. Topics include, but are not limited to, economics of the arts, financial economics, economics of sports, and economic history. May be repeated for credit if the topic is different. |
300 | MICROECONOMIC THEORY | Active |
Long Title: Microeconomic Theory |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 45 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 03 - Standard Plus Additional | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | Sophomore standing and ECON 100 and MATH 140 or MATH 130 |
Description: | A study of the microeconomic foundations of economics. The course focuses on equilibrium models for consumers and firms in competitive markets, as well as deviations from perfect competition. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing and ECON 100 and MATH 140 or MATH 130 |
320 | MACROECONOMIC THEORY | Active |
Long Title: Macroeconomic Theory |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 03 - Standard Plus Additional | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300 and ECON 380 |
Description: | An exploration of contemporary theories of employment, income, inflation, and stabilization as regards the United States and other industrialized countries. Emphasis on the application of models to foster understanding of macroeconomic policy. PREREQUISITES: MATH 130 or MATH 140, ECON 300 |
380 | ECONOMETRICS | Active |
Long Title: Econometrics |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 03 - Standard Plus Additional | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | Sophomore standing and MATH 107, and either ECON 300 or ECON 320 |
Description: | Statistical techniques and statistical problems applicable to economics, focusing on ordinary least-squares regression, classical inference, and detections of and adjustments for violations of the Classical Assumptions. PREREQUISITES: Sophomore standing, STAT 255; previous course in economics recommended |
390 | TUTORIAL IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Tutorial Studies in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 09 - Tutorial | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
Description: | Intermediate readings, discussions, and essays in economic problems of special interest to the student. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
391 | DIRECTED STUDY IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Directed Study in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 14 - Directed Study | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
Description: | Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
395 | INTERNSHIP IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Internship in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 08 - Internship/Practica | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A010 - Internship G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300, 320, or 380; To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor |
Description: | Applied work with a private firm or public-sector agency in economics, arranged under the direction of an instructor in the department. In each case, the academic credit is based on related readings, reports, and presentations. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300, 320, or 380; To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor |
399 | INDEPENDENT STUDY IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Independent Study in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 10 - IS | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs |
Prerequisites: | To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
Description: | Intermediate research on a topic of the student’s choice, organized in consultation with an instructor. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
400 | INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATION | Active |
Long Title: Industrial Organization |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300, ECON 380 recommended |
Description: | Industrial organization is the study of how markets are structured and why it matters. The course begins with the standard applied microeconomic treatment of economic regulation (e.g., antitrust, natural monopoly, advertising restrictions) and then explores disequilibrating phenomena, including entrepreneurship and innovation. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300, ECON 380 recommended |
405 | INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP | Active |
Long Title: The Economics of Innovation & Entrepreneurship |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300 |
Description: | This course examines economic theories of innovation and entrepreneurship (I&E), the role of I&E in the economy, and policy questions related to I&E. Theories are discussed in the context of the history and current prevalence of innovation and entrepreneurship in modern economies. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300 |
410 | ADV GAME THEORY & APPLICATIONS | Active |
Long Title: Advanced Game Theory and Applications |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 30 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | Junior standing or consent of instructor |
Description: | This course develops game theory, the science of strategic interaction, i.e., interdependent individuals seeking to promote their self interest, with applications in economics, biology, and philosophy. The mathematical nature of game theoretic models will be reflected in a focus on problem solving. Sufficient mathematical maturity required. PREREQUISITES: MATH 130 or MATH 140; MATH 300 recommended |
415 | INDIVIDUALITY & COMMUNITY | Active |
Long Title: Individuality & Community |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | GOVT 405 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | 18 | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | Junior standing or consent of instructor |
Description: | This course studies how political theorists responded to the emergence of open societies in the West. It focuses on the scope of personal autonomy, the consequences of commerce and luxury, the best political and economic arrangements, and other topics explored by writers from the Renaissance to the Twentieth Century. PREREQUISITES: Junior standing or consent of instructor |
420 | MONEY AND MONETARY POLICY | Active |
Long Title: Money and Monetary Policy |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 320 |
Description: | An examination of the role of money in market economies and its influence on the performance of such economies. This course emphasizes the role of central banks, financial institutions, and global capital flows. |
421 | INVESTMENTS | Active |
Long Title: Investments |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | I-E 110 and at least one of ECON 300, ECON 320 or ECON 380 |
Description: | This course blends a web-based course on investment philosophies with classroom discussion of economic and valuation principles. It aims for students to develop an understanding of contemporary financial markets and instruments as well as how economic fundamentals apply to the evaluation of investment alternatives and strategies. Students will apply such knowledge to craft their own economic philosophies and implementation strategies. PREREQUISITES: I-E 110 and at least one of ECON 300, ECON 320 or ECON 380 |
430 | CAPITAL AND GROWTH | Active |
Long Title: Capital and Growth |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300 and 320 |
Description: | An examination of the determinants of long-term economic growth and productivity. Particular attention given to the role of capital, international competitiveness, savings, tangible investment, and the role of public policy in all such areas. |
444 | POLITICAL ECONOMY - REGULATION | Active |
Long Title: Political Economy of Regulation |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | ECON 444 | Repeatable: | No |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A005 - Cross-Listed Course G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300 and ECON 380 |
Description: | This course focuses on the tension between politics and expertise that characterize the administrative regulatory state often called "the fourth branch of government." Several competing models of political economy shape an exploration of the continuing evolution of the U.S. regulatory system, the process by which regulations are proposed, written, implemented, and enforced, and the tools used to evaluate the costs and benefits of regulations. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300 and ECON 380 recommended |
450 | ECONOMICS OF THE FIRM | Active |
Long Title: Economics of the Firm |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300 or GOVT 271 |
Description: | Even in a “market” economy, the preponderance of economic activity is carried out through firms and other organizations. The course examines economic theories of the firm, and explores some of the canonical questions, such as why are there firms, how the separation of ownership and control of a firm shapes decision making, what determines the boundary between organizations and markets (e.g., make-or-buy decisions), what types of firms are most innovative, and how new technologies affect organizational structure. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300 or GOVT 271 |
460 | INTERNATIONAL TRADE | Active |
Long Title: International Trade |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G042 - GER Global Diversity G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300 |
Description: | An inquiry into the historical and theoretical foundations of international trade, leading to a critical analysis of contemporary problems and policies. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300 |
465 | INTERNATIONAL FINANCE | Active |
Long Title: International Finance |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G042 - GER Global Diversity N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 320 |
Description: | The course focuses on macroeconomic issues and policies in open economies such as the United States. The course will provide a general body of knowledge on topics such as exchange rate policy regimes; international financial organizations; the interaction between macroeconomic policies and exchange rate regimes; and financial crises. It presents economic models and analytical tools that can be applied to understand the changing world economy and analyze problems in international economic policy. PREREQUISITES: ECON 320 |
481 | ADV ECONOMETRICS & MODELING | Active |
Long Title: Advanced Econometrics & Modeling |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 380 |
Description: | The course explores advanced econometric topics in model specification, estimation, and prediction (e.g., two-stage least squares, limited dependent variables and logistic regression, nonparametric regressions, censored regressions, time-series analysis). Techniques are introduced through work related to the instructor’s areas of interest and expertise (e.g., labor, development, health, education). PREREQUISITES: ECON 380 |
495 | ADVANCED TOPICS IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Advanced Topics in Economics |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300 |
Description: | Topics will vary with instructor and year; thus, if the substance of the course changes, students may take Advanced Topics more than once. Each offering will employ analytical techniques developed in the intermediate-level courses (Economics 300, 320, and 380.) Substantive topics might include, but would not be limited to, economics of the arts, economics of sports, computational finance, international finance, public sector economics, economics of the environment, and studies of specific industries.
Topic for Winter 2018: Institutional and Organizational Analysis |
500 | ADVANCED MICROECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Advanced Microeconomics |
Units: | 6 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div G052 - GER Quantitative Analysis N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300; MATH 300 or 310 recommended |
Description: | Advanced topics in microeconomics that prepare students for a first graduate course in microeconomics. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300; MATH 300 or 310 recommended |
590 | TUTORIAL IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Tutorial Studies in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 09 - Tutorial | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
Description: | Advanced readings, discussions, and essays in economic problems of special interest to the student. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
591 | DIRECTED STUDY IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Directed Study in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 14 - Directed Study | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
Description: | Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
595 | INTERNSHIP IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Internship in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 08 - Internship/Practica | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A010 - Internship G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300, 320, or 380; To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor |
Description: | Applied work with a private firm or public-sector agency in economics, arranged under the direction of an instructor in the department. In each case, the academic credit is based on related readings, reports, and presentations. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300, 320, or 380; To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor |
599 | INDEPENDENT STUDY IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Independent Study in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 10 - IS | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course |
Prerequisites: | To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
Description: | Advanced research on a topic of the student’s choice, organized in consultation with an instructor. Students considering an honors project should register for this course. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
601 | SENIOR EXPERIENCE: READING OPT | Active |
Long Title: Senior Experience: Reading Option |
Units: | 3 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | No | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL05 - 600-699 Capstone Course |
Prerequisites: | Senior standing; at least two advanced economics courses (400- or 500-level) |
Description: | Students focus on a monograph &/or readings appropriate for advanced undergraduates, engage in active discussion, and produce a paper that expands upon or responds to the readings. Successful completion satisfies the department’s Senior Experience requirement. PREREQUISITES: Senior standing; at least one advanced economics courses (400- or 500-level) |
602 | SENIOR EXPERIENCE: PAPER | Active |
Long Title: Senior Experience: Research Paper Option |
Units: | 3 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | No | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | No |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 01 - Standard | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL05 - 600-699 Capstone Course |
Prerequisites: | Senior standing; at least two advanced economics courses (400- 500-level) |
Description: | Students will produce a well-researched paper that meets standards of profession. To register, students must submit to instructor a paper prepared in a 400-level economics course with a one-page proposal on how it will be extended, refined and polished in content and form. Instructor’s approval of this proposal is prerequisite for registration. PREREQUISITES: Senior standing; at least two advanced economics courses (400- 500-level) |
690 | TUTORIAL IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Tutorial Studies in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 09 - Tutorial | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL05 - 600-699 Capstone Course |
Prerequisites: | To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
Description: | Advanced readings, discussions, and essays in economic problems of special interest to the student. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
691 | DIRECTED STUDY IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Directed Study in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 14 - Directed Study | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL05 - 600-699 Capstone Course |
Prerequisites: | To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
Description: | Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
695 | INTERNSHIP IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Internship in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 08 - Internship/Practica | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | A010 - Internship G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL05 - 600-699 Capstone Course |
Prerequisites: | ECON 300, 320, or 380; To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor |
Description: | Applied work with a private firm or public-sector agency in economics, arranged under the direction of an instructor in the department. In each case, the academic credit is based on related readings, reports, and presentations. PREREQUISITES: ECON 300, 320, or 380; To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor |
699 | INDEPENDENT STUDY IN ECONOMICS | Active |
Long Title: Independent Study in Economics |
Units: | 1 TO 98 | Cross-Listing Parent: | Repeatable: | Yes | |
S/U Only: | No | Enr Limit per Sec: | None | IP Allowed: | Yes |
Permission Req.: | Yes | Schedule Type: | 10 - IS | Campus: | Appleton Main Campus |
Attributes: | G020 - XX UL Soc Sci GER (86cr) G036 - GER Social Science Div N008 - XX BM Social Science (95cr) N017 - XX BM Social Science (01cr) S011 - Economics Course UD04 - Division of Social Sciences UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+) UL05 - 600-699 Capstone Course |
Prerequisites: | To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |
Description: | Advanced research on a topic of the student’s choice, organized in consultation with an instructor. Students considering an honors project should register for this course. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor. |