ECON 463 - The Economics of Regulation

Credit(s): 3

THE ECONOMICS OF REGULATION
Component: Lecture
Government policies affect business activity both directly and indirectly. This course examines the economic implications of various market regulation mechanisms for firms, consumers, and overall social welfare. Recent developments in antitrust law, environmental governance, and structural industry changes are discussed. Relevant case studies are incorporated.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

PREREQ: ECON 251 or ECON 300 or ECON 301. RESTRICTIONS: Students who received credit in ECON360 are not eligible to take this course without permission.

Course Typically Offered: Verify offering with Dept

General Education Objectives:
GE1A: Read Critically GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE5A: Reason Quantitatively GE5B: Reason Computationally GE5C: Reason Scientifically