ECO 495 - Seminar in Economics (3)

This course examines how economic tools and techniques can be effectively utilized to conduct economic research. In addition, recent contributions to economic thought and current controversies in economics are discussed. Upon completion of this course students will: 1) understand contributions to economic theory and policy in the post-World War II era along with controversies currently being debated in the discipline, 2) learn how to conduct research in economics, and 3) complete a research project in economics.

Prerequisite: Junior or senior economics major or minor.
Offered odd spring terms.