ECOG-200
3 credits
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Microeconomic Theory I: Consumer, Producer and Value Theories
Advanced study of microeconomic analysis. Fall and spring semesters.
Prerequisites:
ECON-170 and proficiency in basic mathematics and statistics
or by the approval of the professor. |
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ECOG-201
3 credits |
Microeconomic
Theory II: General Equilibrium and Welfare Economics
Continuation of Microeconomic Theory I, with emphasis on selected
topics in microeconomic analysis including general equilibrium,
welfare economics externalities and public goods.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-200. |
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ECOG-202
3 credits
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Macroeconomic Theory I: Advance Macro-statics and Income Determination
Advanced study of static macroeconomic analysis from microeconomic
foundations with special emphasis on the real and financial
sectors from the study of decision making in the four markets
of labor, goods, money and bond.
Prerequisites:
ECON-171 and proficiency in basic mathematics and statistics
or by the approval of the professor. |
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ECOG-203
3 credits
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Macroeconomic Theory II: Dynamics and Growth Theory
This is a follow-up course of ECOG-202. The intent of the course
is to equip the student with techniques, tools and methods
of
dynamic analysis of key aggregate economic variables of an
evolving economy. Central to this course is an investigation
into the
development of theories of economic evolution where dynamic
behavior of the key aggregate variables representing the essential
description of the economy are theoretically and econometrically
modeled, analyzed and studied. Topics will include investment
and capital theories, modern growth theories and the essentials
of theories of technological progress. Spring semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-202, ECOG-211 and ECOG-213 |
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ECOG-204
3 credits |
History
of Economic Analysis
Provides a critical and interpretive study of the evolution
of economic science from the Physiocratic doctrine to contemporary
economic thinking, logical shifts and competing paradigm.
Prerequisites:
ECON-170 and ECON-171. |
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ECOG-210
3 credits
|
Advanced
Statistics
Presents techniques and methods of probability and distribution
theory with special attention to statistical inference. Topics
will include Estimation, hypothesis testing, maximum likelihood
and non-parametric methods. Fall semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECON-181 |
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ECOG-211
3 credits
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Econometrics I: Theory and Methods
Review of matrix algebra, single equation regression models,
maximum likelihood estimation, data problems, model specification,
use of dummy variables, dynamic regression models and their
applications to economic analysis and econometric computing.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 210 |
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ECOG-212
3 credits
|
Econometrics II: Advanced Topics and Application
Advanced studies in econometric models. Topics will include
non-linear regression, simultaneous equation models, limited
dependent variable and duration models. Further topics will
include panel data, cross sectional and time series models,
non-parametric regression and their applications to economic
analysis and computing. Fall semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-211. |
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ECOG-213
3 credits
|
Mathematics for Economists I: Mathematical Methods of
Static Optimization
Examines the mathematical concepts of matrix algebra, differentiation,
the implicit function theorem, convexity and concavity, integral
calculus, differential and difference equations and how they
are used in economic optimization, analysis, problem solving
and computing.
Prerequisites:
ECON-183 |
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ECOG-214
3 credits
|
Linear Programming and Operations Research
Theories of linear programming, static optimization and input-output
techniques and their applications to economic modeling and computing.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 210 and ECOG 211, ECOG-213 |
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ECOG-215
3 credits
|
Mathematics for Economists II: Mathematical Methods
of Dynamic Optimization ad Game Theory
Mathematics of optimal control theory, variational
methods, sensitivity functions, game theory and dynamic equilibrium
and their applications to economic modeling , analysis and computing.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-200, ECOG-202 and ECOG-213 |
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ECOG-216
3 credits
|
Seminar in Quantitative Research
Examine the uses and applications of econometric and mathematical
methods and theory of economic computing in economic models,
estimation and simulation of models.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 201, ECOG 203, ECOG-212 , ECOG-215 |
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ECOG-220
3 credits
|
Development
Economics I: Theory of Economic Development
Study of the concepts, logical methods and conclusions of
major theories of economic development and evolution and how
they explain the development process. Fall semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECON-171
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ECOG-221
3 credits
|
Development
Economics II: Economic Development Policy and Planning
Theories and applications of development policies and planning
and how such theories can be used to deal with issues and problems
of national development and economic evolution.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-200, ECOG-202 , ECOG-220 |
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ECOG-222
3 credits
|
The Public Economics of Development
Analysis of public finance and fiscal policy and their uses
in Planning, programming and budgeting in developing countries.
Spring semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 220 |
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ECOG-223
3 credits
|
Population and Economic Development
Impact of population dynamics on economic development and evolution
in general; and with special attention to developing countries.
Spring semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-220 |
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ECOG-224
3 credits
|
Economic Development in Africa
Analysis of the development of selected regions in Africa and
how their experiences help the understanding of development
problems and issues of other African countries. Fall semester
only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-220 |
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ECOG-225
3 credits
|
Economic Development in Asia
Study of the economic development of selected Asian countries
including Japan, India, and China. Spring semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-220 |
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ECOG-226
3 credits
|
Economic
Development in Latin America
The study of economic development progress and problems of Latin
America and the lessons that can be learnt for the understanding
of Development process. Spring semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-220 |
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ECOG-227
3 credits
|
Caribbean Economic Development
Investigation of various processes of development issues and
problems in the Caribbean within the Caribbean institutions.
Emphasis is placed not only on the economic aspects but also
the interrelationships of historical, geographical, sociological
and political factors of development. Fall semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECON-194 or ECOG-220 |
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|
ECOG-228
3 credits
|
Seminar in Economic Development
Examination of selected topics and problems in theory and policies
of economic development and evolution. Fall semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-220 |
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ECOG-230
3 credits
|
Urban Economics I: Theory and Policies of Economics
of Cities and Regions
History and nature of urban economics, central place theory,
comparative advantage and regions. Subject will include tools
for urban macroeconomic analysis, economic based models, shift-share
analysis, and economic forecasting and location theory. Selected
problems of urban decay, gentrification, poverty financing of
municipal governments and the city size in addition to the social
welfare implications will be discussed ; theories of urban decay;
urban housing markets; urban transportation structure; urban
poverty and discrimination; and gentrification.
Prerequisites:
ECON 170 and ECON 171 |
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ECOG-231
3 credits
|
Urban Economics II: Urban Real Estate Markets, Labor
Markets and Externalities
Study of urban market and land use patterns. This will include
location choice of households, urban growth and local government
policies. Other additional topics will include mismatch between
residents and employment opportunities, school financing, local
property taxes, urban sprawl, amenities and externalities. Spring
semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-230 |
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ECOG-232
3 credits
|
Economics of Housing and Urban Development
Theory, Analysis and policies of the demand and supply of urban
housing including topics of housing and urban environment. Fall
semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-230 |
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ECOG-233
3 credits
|
Economics of Health Services
The course uses economic analysis to examine theories and practices
related to the provision of health care services. Topics will
include investigation of current policies in economics of health
services , demand, supply and financing of health services,
cost-benefit analysis of health services projects and comparison
of international healthcare systems. Spring semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-200 |
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ECOG-234
3 credits
|
Economics of Poverty and Manpower
The study of socioeconomic factors that contribute to urban
, rural and international poverty .Emphasis is placed on measures
of poverty, economics and politics of income distribution, occupational
structure of the labor force, and factors that maintain poverty.
Additionally, various policies of governments and international
institutions on poverty reduction and eradication will be analyzed.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 200, ECOG 202 |
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ECOG-235
3 credits
|
Urban Transportation
Economic analysis of local areas under alternative modes of
urban transportation systems. Topics will include transportation
costs and negative externalities such as congestion, pollution,
and efficient pricing schemes and cost benefit implications.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 230 |
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ECOG-237
3 credits
|
Urban Economics III: Seminar in Urban Economics
Special topics in urban economics including the study of empirical
methods such as spatial econometrics, Hedonic housing price
models, simulation techniques, economic impact analysis and
location theory.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-230 and ECOG-231 |
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|
ECOG-240
3 credits
|
Public Finance
Topics in public finance and externalities. Theory and welfare
aspects of public expenditure and taxation. The role of the
government in promoting efficient allocation of resources and
some aspects of social choice and budgets are examined at the
national, state and local levels of government. Prereq: ECON
170. |
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ECOG-241
3 credits
|
Fiscal Policy
Macroeconomic analysis of federal tax and expenditure policies.
Prerequisites:
ECON 171 or ECOG 202
|
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|
ECOG-242
3 credits
|
The Economics of Government Subsidies
Analysis of the various kinds of federal government subsidies
to individuals and businesses and how such subsidies affect
the price levels, income distribution and import-export balances.
Spring semester only. |
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|
ECOG-244
3 credits
|
International Economics I: Trade Theory
Detailed study of the theoretical foundations of international
trade and how the theory provides an understanding of forces
which influence the direction of trade(DOT) in the global economy.
Fall semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-200 |
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ECOG-245
3 credits
|
International Economics III: Seminar in International
Commercial Policy
The study of policy behavior of such economic aggregate variables
as exchange rate, interest rate, tariffs, trade controls, custom
unions, common markets, balance of trade, devaluation, and economic
integration in open economies and their impacts on international
trade, payments and relationships.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 244 and ECOG-249 |
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|
ECOG-246
3 credits
|
Comparative
Economic Systems
Study of the theory, practice and performance of decision-making
in different economic formations, such as socialist, and capitalist
systems.
Prerequisites:
ECON 170, ECON 171
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ECOG-247
3 credits
|
Manpower Policy and Problems
The development of governmental policies and programs to maximize
the utilization of human resources. Topics will include explorations
into human capital theory, aspects of employment planning, investments
in health as they relate to employment policies.
Prerequisites:
ECON 170, ECON 171 |
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|
ECOG-248
3 credits
|
Industrial Organizations and Public Policy
Microeconomics of industrial structure and market relationship.
The course deals with the conduct and performance of economic
enterprises. Examines the policies of regulatory agencies and
their impact on the structure and performance of businesses.
Emphasis is placed on contemporary theory of oligopoly market
including game theory, dynamic pricing behavior, mergers, product
differentiation and research and development policy.
Prerequisites:
ECON 170, ECON 171.and ECOG-200 |
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|
ECOG-249
3 credits
|
International
Economics II: Theory and Applications of International Finance
The study of the theory of balance of payments and international
capital flows. Examines the relationship between the balance
of payments and money in open macroeconomic systems. Discusses
the effects on domestic economy of domestic policies under different
exchange rate regimes. Topics include balance of payments adjustment
mechanisms, capital movements, monetary and fiscal policies
to attain domestic and external targets, exchange rate determination
and choices of exchange rate regime.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-202, ECOG-244 |
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|
ECOG-250
3 credits
|
Cost Benefit Analysis
The study of the techniques, methods and decision logic for
evaluating the benefits and costs of social and private projects.
It includes topics of social costing, benefit accounting, cost-benefit
criteria and optimal choice of projects.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 200, ECOG 213 |
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|
ECOG-251
3 credits
|
Comparative
Study of Social Security Systems
Examination of the theory and comparative practice of social
security in the United States and the rest of the world. It
includes the comparative study of different social security
regimes.
Prerequisites:
ECON 170, ECON 171 |
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ECOG-252
3 credits
|
Economic History of the United States
Study of structural and institutional changes in the American
economy from colonial times through the Great Depression to
the present.
Prerequisites:
ECON 170, ECON 171 |
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|
ECOG-253
3 credits
|
Economic
History of Europe
Development of the themes of the rise of industrial Europe with
emphasis on economic history of Europe since World War II. Special
attention will be placed on integration of markets and economic
policies. This will include topic on problems of application
of theories of regional integration and institutional framework
for monetary and fiscal policies in the European Union.
Prerequisites:
ECON 170, ECON 171 |
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|
ECOG-260
3 credits
|
Agriculture
and Economic Development
The course is devoted to the study of the role of agriculture
in economic growth and development and how agriculture forms
the back of national security and economic evolution. Spring
semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECON-194 or ECOG-220 |
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|
ECOG-261
3 credits
|
Human Resources Economics I: Advanced Human Resource
Economics
The course develops theoretical and econometric models of market
for human resources, especially the forces that determine supply
of and demand for labor. Market equilibrium, compensation wage
differences, investment in human capital and economics of discrimination
will be examined. Additionally theories of learning by doing
on the part of labor, compensation and living-wage phenomenon
will be analyzed.. Fall semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-200 and ECOG-202 |
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ECOG-262
3 credits
|
Human
Resources II: Topics in Human Resources Economics
The course provides in-depth analysis of recent theoretical
and empirical research on various advanced topics on human
resource economics with emphasis on questions that are related
to government policies. Topics, among other things include
minimum wage laws, labor unions, compensation policies, productivity,
and retirement policies and programs . Spring semester only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-261
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ECOG-263
3 credits
|
Human
Resource Economics III: Seminar in Human Resources
The third course in Human resource economics sequence is a seminar.It
is designed to involve students in in-depth analysis of special
topics in human resource economics. Emphasis will be placed
on current research and policy issues. Students are expected
to read and analyze published journal articles and prepare either
theoretical or empirical term paper on a topic of their choice
that falls within the scope of the course. It may also be a
critical review of published essay or on a topic.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 261 |
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ECOG-271
3 credits
|
Monetary
Economics I: Demand for Money and Monetary Policy
Analysis of monetary aggregates, the demand for and supply of
money. Additional topics will include monetary policy as stabilization
in macroeconomic system and inflationary process.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-200, ECOG-202 |
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|
ECOG-272
3 credits
|
Monetary
Economics II: Advanced Topics in Monetary Theory
Subjects related to money, growth, government, debt, and monetary
policy targeting.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-271 |
| |
|
ECOG-273
3 credits
|
Monetary
Economics III: Seminar in Monetary and Fiscal Economics
New developments in monetary/ fiscal economics. Seminar topics
will vary depending on current research problems. Fall semester
only.
Prerequisites:
ECOG-271 and ECOG-272 |
| |
|
ECOG-274
3 credits
|
Financial Intermediation
Microeconomics of borrowings and lending. Topics will
include financial intermediation, term structure of interest
rates, portfolio selection and economic development.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 271 |
| |
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ECOG-295
3 credits
|
Research
Topics in Economics
Content of course varies from semester to semester. Topics of
applied and theoretical nature with emphasis on current research
interests will be offered, e.g., energy, natural resources,
environment, public policy, etc.
Prerequisites:
ECOG 200, ECOG 201 ECOG-202, ECOG-203, and ECOG-211 |
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|
ECOG-298
3 credits
|
Internship I |
| |
|
ECOG-299
3 credits
|
Internship II |
| |
|
ECOG-300
ECOG-301
3 credits
|
M.A.
Thesis |
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|
ECOG-400
3 credits
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Ph.D. Dissertation |
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