ECON 5608      Topics In Economic Theory
This course deals with advanced topics in Institutionalist, Post Keynesian, and other heterodox econnomic theory. May be repeated with different topic. Offered on a 2 year cycle or on demand.
Credits: 3 hours
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ECON 5616      History Of Economics In The 20Th Century
The history of 20th century economics is concerned with a number of interdependent issues, including the institutional organization of economics at universities; the historical development of the structures and social networks that make-up the economic paradigms of neoclassical economics, Marxian economics, Post Keynesian economics, and other heterodox economics; and the role of institutional and state power to maintain the dominance of the neoclassical paradigm. The aim of the course is to introduce students to this institutional/organizational history.
Credits: 3 hours
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ECON 5625      Colloquium In Econometrics
This course treats advanced topics in econometrics such as non-linear estimation techniques, model development, simultaneous equation estimation techniques, and simulation. Topics are developed from theoretical and application perspectives. Familiarity with personal computer is necessary. Prerequisite: ECON 521, Mathematical Economics or equivalent, ECON 525, Econometrics, or equivalent, ECON 501, Advanced Macro-economics or equivalent, ECON 502, Advanced Micro-economics or equivalent.
Credits: 3 hours
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ECON 5631      Colloquium on Monetary Theory and Policy
This course explores advanced monetary theory and policy, examining recent debates and current research practices, as well as classic articles on monetary theory and policy. Prerequisites: ECON 5601 or ECON 5501 + ECON 5531. Offered: On demand
Credits: 3 hours
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ECON 5645      Financial Macroeconomics
This course will introduce the student to the central role of financial analysis in macroeconomic analysis and to theories of macroeconomics instability based on the integration of finance and macroeconomics. It will examine modern finance theory and modern approaches to financial analysis, paying particular attention to the contributions made by Fisher and Keynes. Offered: Fall 2000
Credits: 3 hours
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ECON 5660      Evolution Of American Industrial Society
Drawing on economic and organizational theory, the course will concentrate on the evolution of American industrial technology, the American business enterprise, and the organization of American industries and markets since 1870.
Credits: 3 hours
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ECON 5665      Colloquim In Advanced Health Economics
This course is designed as a seminar with a special emphasis on analysis of econometric methods to assess issues in health care. The topics are developed from a theoretical and applied perspective. Familiarity with personal computers is necessary. Special emphasis will be given in the selection of course topics to the interests and backgrounds of participants. Prerequisites: ECON 565, ECON 521, and ECON 525 or their equivalents. Offered: Every other Winter on demand.
Credits: 3 hours
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ECON 5680      Teaching Methods And Course Design
This course is designed to prepare students for the challenge of teaching economics. Students will be taught how to write a syllabus; how to prepare for class; how to plan learning activities; how to become skillful in leading discussion; how to present an effective lecture; how to test and assess student learning; how to develop effective group projects; how to motivate their students for lifelong learning. Students will be required to design a course to be taught at the 200-, 300or 400-level. It would be possible for the student to design an entirely new course, but it is hoped that the student will choose an existing course, which could then be taught as part of the ECON 681/682 requirement. The student will prepare a complete set of course materials, including a lecture outline, a list of require readings, useful handouts, course materials, including a lecture outline, a list of require readings, useful handouts, course assignments, exams, etc. The course should incorporate an interdisciplinary approach and should emphasize an ""active learning"" component, designed to promote a ""rich learning experience."" The student will work closely with an appropriate member of the faculty. Prerequisite: Must have completed/passed Comprehensive Exams Offered: Every Fall
Credits: 3 hours
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ECON 5688      Colloquium On Political Economy
This course is designed as a seminar and will take into account theory and policy analysis from alternative perspectives. The topics covered will include philosophical foundations of contemporary theory and policy, the organization of production information and finance, resource and environment, wealth and income distribution, public and private policy and planning. Stress is placed on contemporary research and students are expected to become involved in research projects.
Credits: 3 hours
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ECON 5690      Special Doctoral Readings In Economics
Special research topics in Economics at the Doctoral level.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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ECON 5699      Doctoral Dissertation
Directed selected research for Economics in the interdisciplinary doctoral program.
Credits: 1-12 hours
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ECON 5899      Required Graduate Enrollment
Credits: 1 hours
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