ECON 28B: The Global EconomyInstructor: Mohammed AlMehdar Prerequisites: ECON 2a or ECON 10a and ECON 20a. ECON 20a may be taken concurrently with ECON 28b. Course Description: This course introduces a wide variety of tools economists use to asses the global economy, this includes background on the philosophy of economic modeling and it's limitations, exposure to various models used to study the global economy and international trade, reflection on the process of globalization and what it means for environmental and social equity , and finally how to utilize those economic tools in applied settings for development and policy and to use them to complement approaches from other disciplines. Applies the basic tools and models of economic analysis to a wide range of topics in international economics. Usually offered every semester. Session: Extended Day: Online Time: Asynchronous Credit Hours: 4 Credits Course Format: 2038 Brandeis Graduation Requirement Fulfilled: SS Enrollment Limit: 15 students Course Classification: Undergraduate Level Course Course Tuition: $3,100 Course Fees: None Open to High School Students: No |
