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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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EC 350 Labor Economics (1)
An introduction to the field of labor economics. Topics covered include theories of
supply and demand for labor, wage determination, non-wage compensation schemes,
investments in human capital, and government intervention into the labor market.
Prerequisites: EC 201 and EC 202.
EC 404 Econometrics (1)
An application of statistical methods to the estimation of relationships among variables
using statistical software. This course introduces extensions of the ordinary least squares
regression method in theories and applications, including topics such as model
specifications, functional forms, problems associated with the estimation process, and
estimation techniques dealing with different types of datasets. Prerequisite: EC 204 or
MA 207. Spring.
EC 410 International Economics (1)
The theory of international trade, balance of payments, international financial institutions,
the structure of trade, international impacts on income distribution, trade policy including
protection and regulation. Prerequisites: EC 201 and EC 202.
EC 430 Economic Growth and Development (1)
A study of theories of economic growth, alternative approaches to development policy,
and their applications in various developing countries or regions. Prerequisites: EC 201
and EC 202.
EC 460 Senior Research Seminar in Economics (1)
A seminar devoted to enhancing students’ ability to synthesize economic research and
communicate that knowledge both orally and through writing. Should be taken in the fall
term in preparation for EC 470 in the following spring term. Prerequisite: senior standing.
Fall.
EC 470 Senior Project in Economics (1)
An independent research project that brings to bear the student’s accumulated knowledge
and skills in economics. Students should initiate this project in the fall term of their senior
year during the senior research seminar. Prerequisites: EC 460 and senior standing.
EC 471 Special Topics in Economics (1)
An in-depth exploration of contemporary research on selected topics. Topics vary
according to the instructor’s interests. This course is limited to advanced juniors and
seniors who are majors.
ED - Education
ED 201 Introduction to Education (1)
This course provides an overview of American education in both public and private
settings. Students consider multiple aspects of education, including teaching as a