Urban Economics
ECON 316
Fall 2021 not offered
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| Course Cluster and Certificates: Urban Studies |
This course uses economic methods and perspectives to analyze urban issues. The first half of the course has a more theoretical focus; the second half, a more applied and empirical focus. Topics covered include how and why cities arise and develop and how their growth or decline is affected by various events. Policy areas studied in the second half of the course include regional development and zoning, housing programs and regulations, antipoverty programs, local public finance, development of transportation systems, education, and crime. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ECON |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: ECON301 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (ECON-MN)(ECON) |
Major Readings:
O¿Sullivan, URBAN ECONOMICS ,any edition
selected readings to be handed out in class
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Examinations and Assignments:
class participation, midterm, term paper, final. |
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